Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koreana
ID:
784186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
iplants

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 248 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783519



Common Names

  • Iris koreana
  • Koreana Iris
  • Iris Koreana


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Description

Iris koreana (also called Korean iris, among many other common names) is a species of iris native to Korea. It is a perennial plant with blue-purple flowers and long, narrow leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris koreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris koreana is yellow, with three petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris koreana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in the spring or fall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of pH levels.

Where to Find Iris koreana

Iris koreana is native to Korea.

Iris koreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris koreana?

Iris koreana

What is the common name of Iris koreana?

Iris

Where does Iris koreana grow?

Iris koreana is found in Korea and Japan.

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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