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Grant-duff's iris

Iris grant-duffii

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Field Notes

Description:

This is one of the rare irises of the Middle East. Growing only in Israel and Syria. It is growing in inundated areas that dry out completely in summer. It has a unique spiny rhizome.

Habitat:

winter flooded areas

Notes:

endangered and protected in Israel.

Reference Links:

Iris grant-duffii Baker | Flora of Israel Online

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