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Iris
iris
Other common names
fleur-de-lisfleur-de-lys
see moreflower-delice
flower-de-luce
poor man's orchid
rainbow flower
flag
sword lily
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Botanical details
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Iris
- Genus description
Iris may be rhizomatous or bulbous perennials, with narrow leaves and erect stems bearing flowers with 3 large spreading or pendent fall petals, alternating with 3 erect, often smaller, standard petals, in late winter, spring or early summer
- Name status
Correct
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