|
Iris cristata Crested iris (1 Page of 5) 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. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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].
Medicinal Information: An ointment made from the roots is applied to cancerous ulcers[222, 257].
A tea made from the roots is used in the treatment of hepatitis[222, 257].
For further Iris cristata gardening information click on one of the blue links below Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses
The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'. View their bibliography

|