Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
binata
ID:
783804

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schur

Source:
iplants

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 10: 354 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783137



Common Names

  • Iris binata
  • Two-horned Iris
  • Alpine Dwarf Iris


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Description

Iris binata (also called 'Two-forked Iris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow with two forks.

Uses & Benefits

Iris binata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris binata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris binata is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in the spring or fall. The rhizomes can also be divided in the summer, but this is more stressful on the plant.

Where to Find Iris binata

Iris binata can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Iris binata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris binata?

Iris binata

What is the common name of Iris binata?

Two-horned Iris

What is the family of Iris binata?

Iridaceae

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,