SIGNA: The Species Iris Group of North America

Species Iris Group of North America

Sisyrinchium angustifolium

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Botanical Name: Sisyrinchium angustifolium (added by Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Botanical Synonyms:

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Classification:

Irid (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Common Names:

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Chromosome Count:

Blue Eyed Grass (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

General Description:

Grass-like foliage with purple (rarely white) flowers in spring. (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Distinguishing Features:

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Preferred Habitat:

Grassy fields and meadows (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Hardiness:

Zone 3 to 11 (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Native Range:

Eastern and Central USA and Canada (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Status in the Wild:

Varies depending on location. Common in Florida. (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Commercial Availability:

Native plant specialists, Irid related seed exchanges. (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Sources Cited:

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Additional Comments:

Will self-seed. (Mark A. Cook, 10-MAY-06)

Number of Species: 366

Number of Photos: 1562