Iris foetidissima
Iris fétide
Stinking Iris
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | purple |
| Flower size | 50-70 mm |
| Flowering months | May, June, July |
| Leaf type | Linear |
| Height | to 70 cm |
Description
The name Stinking Iris refers to the odour released when rubbing the leaves. It is a beardless Iris. Grows in moist soil in open forest.
A rhizomatous perennial.
Flowers
The flowers are a dull purplish colour flecked with yellow, followed by very colourful seed capsules that remain on the plant till spring.
Leaves
Linear narrow blade leaf, like grass. Sword shaped leaves, 5-8 cm long.
Fruits Seeds
Pod: splits open to reveal orange-red berry-like seeds.
Medical
Root: macerated fresh root in ale was used as a laxative.
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