Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
farashae
ID:
1322238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Güner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Türk. Bitkileri List. : 892 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334692

Common Names

  • Iris farashae
  • Farasha Iris
  • Farasha Iris

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Description

Iris farashae (also called 'Farash's Iris', among many other common names) is a perennial native to Turkey. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It grows in moist, shady areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Iris farashae is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive pink flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds and borders. The leaves of the plant can also be used as a herbal remedy for treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris farashae has a flower with six petals that are usually white or yellow in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris farashae is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Iris farashae

Iris farashae is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and can be found in the Caucasus Mountains.

Iris farashae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris farashae?

Iris farashae

What is the common name of Iris farashae?

Farasha Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris farashae?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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

Adil Güner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Güner' in the authors string.