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Iridaceae

Dietes vegeta (L.) N. E. Br.

  • Query IPNI
  • Common Name: African Iris, Fortnight Lily
  • Family: Iridaceae Juss.

  • Country of Origin:
  • Habitat:

  • Description: Iris-like flowers of white, with yellow and blue. The crisp fans of leaves are thin and dark green. The iris-like foliage is a great asset when the plants are out of bloom. Performs well in shade.
  • USDA Zone: 8-11
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Accession Data:

  • Accession # 198501031
  • Source: Unknown
  • Accession Date: 12-31-1985
  • Bench: 1305 - N Bed Floor Plants
  • Qty: 2 confirmed on 04-29-2008
Classification:

  • Division: Magnoliophyta
  • Class: Liliopsida
  • SubClass: monocots
  • Order: Asparagales
  • SubOrder:
  • Family: Iridaceae
  • SubFamily:
  • Tribe:
  • SubTribe:
References:

Southern Perennials & Herbs Website

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