Iris missouriensis
Rocky Mountain iris
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The Iris missouriensis plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to Mexico, east to South Dakota and Alberta. It is a member of the Iridaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Rocky Mountain iris.

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Latin Name:  Iris missouriensis
Common Name:  Rocky Mountain iris
Family:  Iridaceae
Author:  Nutt.
 
Known Hazards:  Many plants in this genus are thought to be poisonous if ingested, so caution is advised[65]. An arrow poison was made from the ground-up roots[207]. Plants can cause skin irritations and allergies in some people[238].
 
Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:  1
 
Habitat:  Meadows and streamsides[60]. Also found in pinewoods[79]. Often found in apparently dry situations, but always where moisture is abundant until flowering time[60].

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