Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
784330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Randolph

Source:
iplants

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Baileya 14: 150 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783663

Common Names

  • Iris nelsonii
  • Nelson's Iris
  • Nelson Iris

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Description

Iris nelsonii (also called 'Nelson's Iris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with an upright habit and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are blue and have three petals.

Uses & Benefits

Iris nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris nelsonii has purple flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris nelsonii is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Iris nelsonii

Iris nelsonii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Iris nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris nelsonii?

Iris nelsonii

What is the family of Iris nelsonii?

Iridaceae

What is the native range of Iris nelsonii?

North America

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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