Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caucasica
ID:
783857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoffm.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 1: 33. 1808 [Jan 1808]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783190

Common Names

  • Caucasica Iris
  • Caucasica Flag
  • Caucasica Siberian Iris

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Description

Iris caucasica (also called 'Caucasian Iris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow with a purple-blue blotch.

Uses & Benefits

Iris caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Iris caucasica sub. caucasica
Iris caucasica sub. turcica B.Mathew
Iris caucasica var. atropatana (Grossh.) Bolt.
Iris caucasica var. multiflora Grossh.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris caucasica is a large, purple, six-petaled flower with yellow markings. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, purple, six-petaled seedlings with yellow markings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris caucasica is a hardy, rhizomatous perennial that is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It is easy to propagate by dividing the rhizomes in spring or early summer. Plant the divisions in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Iris caucasica

Iris caucasica can be found in the Caucasus region.

Iris caucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris caucasica?

Iris caucasica

What is the common name of Iris caucasica?

Caucasian Iris

What type of habitat does Iris caucasica prefer?

Iris caucasica prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

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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