Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocaucasica
ID:
784422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grossh.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Tiflissk. Bot. Sada 12: 11 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783755

Common Names

  • Iris pseudocaucasica
  • Pseudocaucasica Iris
  • Caucasian Iris

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Description

Iris pseudocaucasica (also called Caucasian iris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in rocky areas, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a rhizomatous root system, and its leaves are long and narrow. Its flowers are typically blue or purple, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Iris pseudocaucasica is used in gardens as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iris pseudocaucasica has a large, bright blue flower with yellow and white markings. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iris pseudocaucasica 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 pseudocaucasica

Iris pseudocaucasica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.

Iris pseudocaucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iris pseudocaucasica?

Iris pseudocaucasica

What is the common name of Iris pseudocaucasica?

Pseudocaucasica Iris

What is the natural habitat of Iris pseudocaucasica?

Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

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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