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Iris danfordiae

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Iris danfordiae, the dwarf iris or Danford iris, is a bulbous perennial plant in the genus Iris, it is classified in the subgenus Hermodactyloides and section Reticulatae. It is from Turkey in Asia. It has 2 gray-green or bluish green, thick leaves, short slender stem holding a scented flower, in shades of yellow. They are spotted olive-green or green and have a deep yellow or orange crest.

Description

A temperate corm or bulb plant in the Iridaceae family.

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Edible Uses

Both the flowers and bulbs are edible.

Known Hazards

Like many other irises, most parts of the plant are poisonous (rhizome and leaves), if mistakenly ingested can cause stomach pains and vomiting. Also handling the plant may cause a skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Europe, Turkey, Türkiye,

Synonyms

Iridodictyum danfordiae (Baker) NothdurftIris amasiana Bornm. ex Hausskn.Iris bornmuelleri Hausskn.Iris crociformis Freyn.Juno danfordiae (Baker) KlattXiphion danfordiae Baker

Also Known As

Sari navruz

References (1)

  • Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement

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