Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferdowsii
ID:
1335277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Joharchi & Memariani

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(3): 193 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347731

Common Names

  • Iris ferdowsii
  • Ferdowsii Iris
  • Persian Iris

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Description

Iris ferdowsii (also called 'Ferdowsii Iris', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, purple flowers, and grows in moist meadows and along streams. It produces small, black seeds.

Uses & Benefits

Iris ferdowsii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris ferdowsii has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris ferdowsii is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Iris ferdowsii

Iris ferdowsii is native to Iran and can be found in the Zagros Mountains.

Iris ferdowsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris ferdowsii?

Iris ferdowsii

What is the family of Iris ferdowsii?

Iridaceae

What is the common name of Iris ferdowsii?

Ferdowsii Iris

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,

References

Mohamadreza Joharchi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joharchi' in the authors string.
Farshid Memariani (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Memariani' in the authors string.