Iris neumayeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Janch. ex Holub
Source:
iplants
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 28: 106 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000787548
Common Names
- Neumayer's Iris
- Iris neumayeri
- Alpine Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iris neumayeri (also called Neumayer's Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Iris neumayeri is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and blue flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iris neumayeri has blue-purple flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iris neumayeri is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Once established, it needs little maintenance and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Iris neumayeri
Iris neumayeri is native to Mexico and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Iris neumayeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris neumayeri?
Iris neumayeri
What is the family of Iris neumayeri?
Iridaceae
What is the native range of Iris neumayeri?
South Africa
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-326151: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Erwin Janchen (1882-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janch.' in the authors string.