Status:
valid
Authors:
Dinsm. ex Chaudhary
Source:
iplants
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 125: 259 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784066
Common Names
- Yebrudii Iris
- Yebrudii Flag
- Yebrudii Blue Flag
Description
Iris yebrudii (also called Yebrud's Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has large, white flowers and grows in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Iris yebrudii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Iris yebrudii sub. yebrudii
Iris yebrudii sub. edgecombii Chaudhary
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iris yebrudii is a yellow to orange flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iris yebrudii 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 yebrudii
Iris yebrudii is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Iris yebrudii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris yebrudii?
Iris yebrudii
What is the natural habitat of Iris yebrudii?
Mountain meadows and grasslands of the Caucasus region
What is the flower color of Iris yebrudii?
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,