Species Iris
Irisparadoxa

Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Iris (EYE-ris)
Species: paradoxa (par-uh-DOKS-uh)

Synonym:Iris annae

Synonym:Oncocyclus paradoxus

Height

Spacing
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Hardiness
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Sun Exposure

Danger
Full Sun

Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Foliage
Lavender
Medium Purple
Dark Purple/Black

Other details

Propagation Methods
Herbaceous

Seed Collecting

Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Patent Information

Class
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Bloom Time

Awards (if applicable)

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow