Iris cristata Crested iris (Iridaceae)

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Iris cristata
Crested iris
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The Iris cristata plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Maryland to Ohio, south to Georgia, Tennessee and Missouri. It is a member of the Iridaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Crested iris.

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Latin Name:  Iris cristata
Common Name:  Crested iris
Family:  Iridaceae
Author:  Sol.

Known Hazards:  Many plants in this genus are thought to be poisonous if ingested, so caution is advised[65]. The roots are especially likely to be toxic[238]. Plants can cause skin irritations and allergies in some people[238].

Mature Height:  0.15   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Rich woods, wooded bottoms and ravines[43].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame. It does not require cold stratification. Stored seed should be sown as early in the year as possible in a cold frame. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse or cold frame for their first year. Plant out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division in July/August[42]. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

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