Status:
valid
Authors:
F.O.Khass. & Rakhimova
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Stapfia 97: 177 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335109
Common Names
- Kurbanov's Iris
- Kurbanov's Spring Iris
- Kurbanov's Mountain Iris
Description
Iris kurbanovii (also called 'Kurbanov's 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 and grassy slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are pale blue or white, and have three petals and three sepals.
Uses & Benefits
Iris kurbanovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iris kurbanovii has small yellow flowers with three petals and a short corolla tube. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iris kurbanovii is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Iris kurbanovii
Iris kurbanovii can be found in the Caucasus region, including parts of Russia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan.
Iris kurbanovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iris kurbanovii?
Iris kurbanovii
What are the common names of Iris kurbanovii?
Kurbanov's Iris
What is the natural habitat of Iris kurbanovii?
Mountain meadows
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
Nargiza Rakhimova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakhimova' in the authors string.