Status:
valid
Authors:
F.O.Khass., Esankulov & Achilova
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Stapfia 99: 207 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338202
Common Names
- Iris rudolphii
- Rudolph's Iris
- Rudolph's Flag Iris
Description
Iris rudolphii (also called Rudolph's Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Turkey. It has long, thin stems with large, showy flowers and small, feathery leaves. It is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Iris rudolphii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iris rudolphii has large, purple flowers with three petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iris rudolphii is a rhizomatous perennial that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes in the spring or by seed.
Where to Find Iris rudolphii
Iris rudolphii can be found in the mountains of Turkey.
Iris rudolphii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris rudolphii?
Iris rudolphii
What is the common name of Iris rudolphii?
Rudolph's Iris
What type of plant is Iris rudolphii?
Perennial
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
A.S. Esankulov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esankulov' in the authors string.
Nargiza Achilova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Achilova' in the authors string.