Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 38 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783371
Common Names
- Iris germanica
- German Iris
- German Dwarf Iris
Description
Iris germanica (also called German iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in grassy meadows and open forests. It has long, narrow leaves and pale blue to purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Iris germanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as an ingredient in some perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iris germanica has a large, showy flower with three petals and three sepals. The seed is a round, black seed with a white coating. The seedlings are small and thin with a single, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iris germanica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH, from acidic to alkaline. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Iris germanica
Iris germanica is native to Europe and can be found in moist, open areas such as meadows and riverbanks.
Iris germanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris germanica?
Iris germanica
What is the common name of Iris germanica?
German Iris
What is the natural habitat of Iris germanica?
Moist meadows, streambanks, and wet woods
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,