Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xanthochlora
ID:
784724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendelbo

Source:
iplants

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 122: 205 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784057



Common Names

  • Yellow-Green Iris
  • Yellow-Green Flag
  • Yellow-Green Flag Lily


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Description

Iris xanthochlora (also called Yellow-green Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has large, yellow-green flowers and grows in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris xanthochlora 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 xanthochlora is yellow, with three petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris xanthochlora 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 xanthochlora

Iris xanthochlora is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Iris xanthochlora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris xanthochlora?

Iris xanthochlora

What is the natural habitat of Iris xanthochlora?

Mountain meadows and grasslands of the Caucasus region

What is the flower color of Iris xanthochlora?

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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