Iris atrofusca
Judean Iris · Iridaceae
Common names: Gilead iris, Jal'ad iris.
Iris atrofusca (Judean iris or Gilead iris) is a species in the genus Iris, where it is placed in the subgenus Iris and the section Oncocyclus.
About Judean Iris
Iris atrofusca (Judean iris or Gilead iris) is a species in the genus Iris, where it is placed in the subgenus Iris and the section Oncocyclus. It is a rhizomatous perennial from the deserts of Israel and Jordan. The species has long falcate (sickle-shaped) or ensiform (sword-shaped) leaves, a long thick stem and large fragrant flowers that come in shades of purple brown, reddish-black, black-brown, dark brown, dark lilac or dark purple. The flowers also have
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Growing & care
| Native range | Lebanon-Syria, Palestine |
|---|---|
| Toxicity | Pets: Not documented · People: Not documented |
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