Iris foetidissima Stinking gladwin (Iridaceae) Evergreen perennial

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Iris foetidissima
Stinking gladwin
Evergreen perennial
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The Iris foetidissima plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Iridaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Stinking gladwin.

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Latin Name:  Iris foetidissima
Common Name:  Stinking gladwin
Family:  Iridaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  The roots of this plant are toxic to grazing mammals[100]. Plants can cause skin irritations and allergies in some people[238].

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  1.5

Habitat:  Woods and shady places, usually on calcareous soils[4, 17, 28]. It is often also found on sea cliffs[17].

Medicinal Information: Stinking gladwin has a long history of medicinal use, though it can be rather strong in its action and so is little used nowadays[244]. The root is anodyne, antispasmodic and cathartic[4, 61]. A decoction of the roots acts as a strong purge, it has also been used as an emmenagogue and for cleaning eruptions[4]. The powdered or infused dried root is beneficial in the treatment of fainting, nervous complaints and to relieve pains and cramps[4, 244]. The plant has been used as a cure for ringworm[240].

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