Iris sanguinea is
a perennial herb inhabiting somewhat dry grasslands, with
sword-shaped 30-60cm-in-length, 0.5-1cm-in-width leaves. Its flower
stalks extend to 30-60 cm tall and set 2-3 purple flowers on the
ends. Outer perianth lobes, measuring 6cm in length, drooping at the
ends, with striking yellow reticular patterns from center parts to
base portions. Bloom time: May-July. |