Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speculatrix
ID:
784553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hance

Source:
iplants

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 13: 196 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783886

Common Names

  • Iris speculatrix
  • Speculatrix Iris
  • Speculatrix Flag

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Description

Iris speculatrix (also called Mirror Iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey. It grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Iris speculatrix is used in gardens as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris speculatrix has a yellow flower with a white center and a yellow seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris speculatrix is a rhizomatous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be divided in the spring or fall, and can be propagated by seed in the spring.

Where to Find Iris speculatrix

Iris speculatrix is native to the mountains of Central Asia.

Iris speculatrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris speculatrix?

Iris speculatrix

What is the natural habitat of Iris speculatrix?

It is found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering season of Iris speculatrix?

It flowers in late spring.

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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