Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineata
ID:
784212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foster ex Regel

Source:
iplants

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 36: 202 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783545

Common Names

  • Iris lineata
  • Lineata Iris
  • Iris Lineata

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Description

Iris lineata (also called lined iris, among many other common names) is a species of iris native to the Himalayas. It is a perennial plant with yellow-orange flowers and long, narrow leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Iris lineata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iris lineata is white or pale yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris lineata is a perennial species of iris that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation of this species requires a well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Iris lineata

Iris lineata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Iris lineata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris lineata?

Iris lineata

What is the common name of Iris lineata?

Lineata Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris lineata?

Mountain slopes, meadows, and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-322048: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Michael Foster (1836-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foster' in the authors string.