Iris tingitana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 113 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783967
Common Names
- Iris tingitana
- Tingitana Iris
- Tingitana Flag
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iris tingitana (also called Tingitanian Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Morocco and Algeria. It has long, narrow, bluish-green leaves and produces a showy flower with three petals and three sepals in shades of blue, purple, and white. It grows in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams and is often found in wetland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Iris tingitana is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iris tingitana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iris tingitana is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is a rhizomatous perennial that grows to a height of 30–50 cm (12–20 in). Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Iris tingitana
Iris tingitana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Iris tingitana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris tingitana?
Iris tingitana
What is the common name of Iris tingitana?
Tingitana Iris
Where does Iris tingitana grow?
Iris tingitana is native to Morocco and Algeria.
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-322495: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.