Iris germanica
Iris d’Allemagne
Tall Bearded Iris
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | purple, blue |
| Flower size | 9-11 cm |
| Flowering months | April, May, June |
| Leaf type | Linear |
| Height | 1 m |
Description
Very variable, with a number of ‘species’ in different parts of the Mediterranean. A rhizomatous perennial.
Dry, rocky places.
Iris germanica subsp. florentina has pure white flowers, occasionally with a slight hint of blue or lilac and a pale yellow beard. It has been grown commercially (perfume industry) in France and Italy for its violet scent which is derived from the rhizomes.
Flowers
Fragrant. Flowers violet-blue with the standard (upright part) somewhat lighter in colour; the falls have a yellow beard along the centre. The spathe is green in the lower half with papery membranes above.
Leaves
Linear narrow blade leaf, like grass. Sword-shaped, 2-4.5 cm wide.
Fruits Seeds
Pod: containing seeds.
Medical
Roots: fresh root of Iris Germanica is a powerful purgative and was used to treat dropsy.
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