Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vinicolor
ID:
788196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
iplants

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Addisonia 12: 1 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000787529



Common Names

  • Iris vinicolor
  • Vinicolor Iris
  • Iris Vinicolor


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Description

Iris vinicolor (also called Wine-colored Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris vinicolor is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and blue flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris vinicolor has blue-purple flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris vinicolor is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Once established, it needs little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Iris vinicolor

Iris vinicolor is native to Mexico and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Iris vinicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris vinicolor?

Iris vinicolor

What is the family of Iris vinicolor?

Iridaceae

What is the native range of Iris vinicolor?

South Africa

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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