Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
784076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
iplants

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Handb. Irid. : 32 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783409



Common Names

  • Iris griffithii
  • Griffith's Iris
  • Griffith's Blue Iris


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Description

Iris griffithii (also called Griffith's iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to China, and is found in grassy meadows and open forests. It has long, narrow leaves and pale blue to purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Iris griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as an ingredient in some perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris griffithii has white to pale blue flowers with yellow and purple veins. The seeds are small and glossy and the seedlings are slender and have a long, pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris griffithii is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to part shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Iris griffithii

Iris griffithii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and woodlands.

Iris griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris griffithii?

Iris griffithii

What is the common name of Iris griffithii?

Griffith's iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris griffithii?

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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