Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auranitica
ID:
783763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinsm.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Fl. Syria , ed. 2, 2: 601 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783096

Common Names

  • Iris auranitica
  • Auranitica Iris
  • Auranitica Blue Iris

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Description

Iris auranitica (also called Auranitis Iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris auranitica is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is known for its bright purple and yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris auranitica has a white or yellow flower with a purple center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris auranitica is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in the spring or fall. The rhizomes can also be divided in the summer, but this is more stressful on the plant.

Where to Find Iris auranitica

Iris auranitica can be found in Lebanon.

Iris auranitica FAQ

How long does Iris auranitica live?

Iris auranitica can live up to 10 years.

What type of soil does Iris auranitica prefer?

Iris auranitica prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What type of climate does Iris auranitica prefer?

Iris auranitica prefers warm, humid climates.

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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