Status:
valid
Authors:
Howell
Source:
iplants
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Fl. N.W. Amer. 6: 633 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783205
Common Names
- Chrysophylla Iris
- Chrysophylla Flag
- Chrysophylla Siberian Iris
Description
Iris chrysophylla (also called 'Golden-leaved 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 a purple-blue blotch.
Uses & Benefits
Iris chrysophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iris chrysophylla is a large, purple, six-petaled flower with yellow markings. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, purple, six-petaled seedlings with yellow markings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iris chrysophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH, from acidic to alkaline. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Iris chrysophylla
Iris chrysophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Iris chrysophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris chrysophylla?
Iris chrysophylla
What is the common name of Iris chrysophylla?
Golden-leaved Iris
What type of habitat does Iris chrysophylla prefer?
Iris chrysophylla prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
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,