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Chamaeiris graminea)

Chamaeiris graminea (Iridaceae) 127 23

 

Iris graminea is a species of flowering plant belonging to the subgenus Limniris of the genus Iris. It is a rhizomatous perennial, with purple or violet blue flowers almost hidden by narrow, grass-like leaves, and a plum scented fragrance. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant in temperate regions. It has several common names, including grass-leaved flag, grass leaved iris, plum iris and plum tart iris (due to its scent). This species naturally occurs in the southern half of Europe, from Spain and France in the West to Russia and the Caucasus in the East.

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Uploaded on May 18, 2023
Taken on May 7, 2023