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Iris (genus)


Identification code: 300343602



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  • fleur-de-lis
  • flower-de-luce
  • iris
  • irises

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Genus comprising around 300 species of flowering plants; from the Greek word for a rainbow, referring to the wide variety of flower colors found among species. Irises are natives of Europe, northern Africa, and temperate regions of Asia and America; most species have tuberous (less commonly bulbous or fibrous) roots, sword-shaped equitant leaves, and showy flowers.

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