Iris anguifuga - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.T.Zhao & X.J.Xue
Source:
iplants
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 18: 56 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783067
Common Names
- Iris anguifuga
- Snake-like Iris
- Snake-tongue Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iris anguifuga (also called Snake-Headed Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has long, narrow leaves and produces purple-blue flowers. It is found in moist meadows, marshes and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Iris anguifuga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iris anguifuga has a white or yellow flower with a purple center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iris anguifuga is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Iris anguifuga
Iris anguifuga can be found in China.
Iris anguifuga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris anguifuga?
Iris anguifuga
What type of plant is Iris anguifuga?
Iris anguifuga is a type of perennial
Where is Iris anguifuga found?
Iris anguifuga is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Iris genus
Iris acutiloba, Iris adriatica, Iris afghanica, Iris aitchisonii, Iris alberti, Iris albomarginata, Iris alexeenkoi, Iris almaatensis, Iris anguifuga, Iris antilibanotica, Iris aphylla, Iris arenaria, Iris assadiana, Iris atrofusca, Iris atropurpurea, Iris aucheri, Iris auranitica, Iris baldshuanica, Iris barbatula, Iris barnumiae, Iris basaltica, Iris benacensis, Iris bicapitata, Iris binata, Iris bismarckiana, Iris bloudowii, Iris boissieri, Iris bostrensis, Iris bracteata, Iris brevicaulis, Iris bucharica, Iris bulleyana, Iris bungei, Iris cabulica, Iris camillae, Iris carterorum, Iris cathayensis, Iris caucasica, Iris cedreti, Iris chrysographes, Iris chrysophylla, Iris clarkei, Iris colchica, Iris collettii, Iris confusa, Iris cristata, Iris crocea, Iris cuniculiformis, Iris curvifolia, Iris cycloglossa,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-321558: Based on the initial data import
Xiang Ji Xue (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.J.Xue' in the authors string.
Yu Tang Zhao (1932-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Zhao' in the authors string.