Iridaceae (/ ɪ r ɪ ˈ d eɪ s i ˌ aɪ,-s iː ˌ iː /) is a family of plants in order Asparagales, taking its name from the irises. It has a nearly global distribution, with 69 accepted genera with a total of c. 2500 species.

Iridaceae, the iris family of flowering plants (order Asparagales), comprising 66 genera and around 2,200 species. The family is nearly worldwide in distribution, but it is most abundant and diversified in Africa. Most species are native to temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions.

Growing from corms, plants have extremely fragrant, usually funnel-shaped flowers. There are many cultivars bred for garden and cut-flower use. Freesia laxa (pictured) has sword-shaped leaves, from which tall stems bear racemes of open, trumpet-shaped blooms in summer.

Iridaceae, the Iris family, is well-known for its magnificent flowers which come in a breathtaking array of colors. Iridaceae is widely used by several cultures as food, condiment or medicinal plants. Members of this family were investigated over the past decades for their chemical composition and pharmacological properties.

Identify plants and flowers of the Iris family (Iridaceae) with these wildflower identification tools and a photo gallery with plants grouped according to families.

2002年3月19日 · The Iridaceae family is comprised of 99 genera made up of 2,245 different species. Gladiolus, the major genus of the family is made up of 180-300 species and the Moraea genus has 100-111 species. These plants have a cosmopolitan distribution, with diversity centers in the Eastern Mediterranean region, tropical America, and South Africa.

Iridaceae; Common name: iris family [Zomlefer, pp. 273-280] Diversity: Worldwide: 70 genera; 1,800 species U.S.: 5 genera PNW (Hitchcock & Cronquist): 2 genera: Flower-- Vegetative Features-- Economic Importance-- Flower Images-- Web Sites

2024年10月29日 · The bisexual brightly colored flowers usually have 6 showy tepals, 3 stamens and an inferior 3 chambered ovary and are long-lasting or short-lived. Many are intricately adapted to attract pollinators, provide landing stages, and reward them with pollen, nectar or oils.

Iridaceae are of considerable economic importance in ornamental horticulture and the cut-flower industry, especially Iris, Gladiolus, and Freesia. Several other genera (e.g., Crocus, Dietes, Sparaxis, Tritonia, Watsonia) are cultivated in gardens in both tropical and temperate areas.

2020年12月27日 · Iridaceae plants are renowned for their grass-like leaves, which add an element of elegance to their appearance. Yet, it’s the flowers that truly steal the spotlight. Bursting forth in a kaleidoscope of colors, these blooms embody the essence of the rainbow, captivating all who encounter them.