Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vicaria
ID:
784698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vved.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 4: 569 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784031



Common Names

  • Vienna Iris
  • Vienna Flag
  • Vienna Blue Flag


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Description

Iris vicaria (also called 'Vicar's Iris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to Turkey. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Iris vicaria 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

Iris vicaria has a blue flower with a yellow center and a black seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris vicaria is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Iris vicaria

Iris vicaria can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Iris vicaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris vicaria?

Iris vicaria

What is the natural habitat of Iris vicaria?

Mountain meadows of the Caucasus region

What is the flower color of Iris vicaria?

Purple-blue

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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