Iris tenax (Iridaceae)

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Iris tenax
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The Iris tenax plant species is found in Western N. America - Washington to Oregon. It is a member of the Iridaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as I. gormanii.

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Latin Name:  Iris tenax
Family:  Iridaceae
Author:  Douglas.

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:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Open prairies, pastures, oak forests, logged land and open areas in coniferous forests, avoiding heavy shade[60].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a really well-drained lime-free soil that is dry rather than damp[79, 233]. Succeeds in dry shade accorcing to another report which also says that, once established, it is drought tolerant[190]. Very easy to grow in a lime-free woodland soil[42]. Succeeds in full sun or partial shade[42]. A very ornamental plant[1]. Hybridizes freely, especially with other Pacific Coast Irises[129]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233].

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