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Iridaceae
Dalmatian Iris
Iris pallida
Wisdom and valor.
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Genus
- Iris
- Native to
- Dalmatia, Croatia, Mediterranean
- Bloom season
- Late Spring, Early Summer
- Type
- Perennial
- Height
- 60-120 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Well-drained, alkaline
- Water
- Low
- Hardiness
- 4-9
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Dalmatian iris is the primary source of orris root, used in perfumery for its violet-like scent.
- Orris root from this species must be dried and aged for up to five years before the fragrance fully develops.
- The variegated foliage cultivars with cream-striped leaves are popular even when not in bloom.
- It has been cultivated in Tuscany for orris root production since at least the 15th century.
- Orris root was historically used to flavor gin and is still an important fixative in fine perfumes.
Color meanings
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Wisdom
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Faith
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Hope