Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reichenbachiana
ID:
784454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 613 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783787



Common Names

  • Iris reichenbachiana
  • Reichenbachiana Iris
  • Reichenbach's Iris


Searching for Iris reichenbachiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Iris reichenbachiana (also called Reichenbach'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 reichenbachiana 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 reichenbachiana has a large, bright pink 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.

Searching for Iris reichenbachiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Iris reichenbachiana 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 reichenbachiana

Iris reichenbachiana is native to China and Japan, and is found in moist areas, such as along riverbanks and in wet forests. It can also be found in parts of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of China.

Iris reichenbachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris reichenbachiana?

Iris reichenbachiana

What is the common name of Iris reichenbachiana?

Reichenbachiana Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris reichenbachiana?

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,