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].

Edible Uses: Root - used as a spice[2, 105]. Frequently chewed by local people to alleviate thirst[177, 207]. When first chewed the roots have a pleasant sweet taste, within a few minutes this changes to a burning sensation far more pungent than capsicums[207]. Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

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