Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tibetica
ID:
1412432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dykes) Bolt.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 338(3): 235. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424897





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Description

Iris tibetica (also called Tibetan iris, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Iris tibetica is a plant native to South America. It has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its leaves and flowers are attractive and fragrant. The leaves can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable, and the fruits can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris tibetica is a white or pinkish-white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris tibetica is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It prefers moist soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining rooting mix.

Where to Find Iris tibetica

Iris tibetica can be found in the Himalayas and Tibet.

Iris tibetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris tibetica?

Iris tibetica

What is the common name of Iris tibetica?

Tibetica Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris tibetica?

Iris tibetica is found in tropical forests, particularly in Central America

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

William Rickatson Dykes (1877-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dykes' in the authors string.
Eugeny V. Boltenkov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolt.' in the authors string.