Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ensata
ID:
783972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 2: 328 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783305



Common Names

  • Iris ensata
  • Japanese Iris
  • Ensata Iris


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Description

Iris ensata (also called 'Japanese Iris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to Japan and Korea. It grows in moist soils, such as wet meadows, marshes, and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Iris ensata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris ensata is a blue-violet flower with three petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Iris ensata: Plant the rhizomes in the fall or spring, in a sunny, well-drained location. Plant the rhizomes 2-3 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart. Water the rhizomes after planting and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Propagate Iris ensata by dividing the rhizomes in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Iris ensata

Iris ensata is native to Japan and can be found in moist, open areas such as meadows and riverbanks.

Iris ensata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris ensata?

Iris ensata

What is the common name of Iris ensata?

Japanese iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris ensata?

Meadows and grasslands

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,

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