Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purdyi
ID:
784438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 3, 1: 78 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783771



Common Names

  • Iris purdyi
  • Purdy's Iris
  • Mountain Iris


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Description

Iris purdyi (also called Purdy's iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky areas, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a rhizomatous root system, and its leaves are long and narrow. Its flowers are typically blue or purple, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Iris purdyi is used for ornamental purposes and is often used as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris purdyi has a large, bright violet flower with yellow and white markings. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris purdyi is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Iris purdyi

Iris purdyi can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Iris purdyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris purdyi?

Iris purdyi

What is the common name of Iris purdyi?

Purdyi Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris purdyi?

Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

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-322283: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.