Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spuria
ID:
784556

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 39 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783889



Common Names

  • Iris spuria
  • Spurious Iris
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Description

Iris spuria (also called Meadow Iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist meadows, marshes, and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris spuria is used in gardens as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Iris spuria sub. carthaliniae (Fomin) B.Mathew
Iris spuria sub. demetrii (Achv. & Mirzoeva) B.Mathew
Iris spuria sub. musulmanica (Fomin) Takht.
Iris spuria sub. spuria
Iris spuria sub. maritima (Dykes) P.Fourn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris spuria is a deep blue-violet with yellow and white markings. The seed is a small, round capsule with a hard, dark brown outer shell. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris spuria is a rhizomatous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be divided in the spring or fall, and can be propagated by seed in the spring.

Where to Find Iris spuria

Iris spuria can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Iris spuria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris spuria?

Iris spuria

What is the natural habitat of Iris spuria?

It is found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

What is the flowering season of Iris spuria?

It flowers in early spring.

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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