Iris

The genus Iris comprises over 300 species of perennial herbaceous plants known for their showy, intricate flowers. These plants typically exhibit a clumping growth habit, emerging from rhizomes or bulbs with striking, sword-like basal foliage. Highly versatile, they thrive in diverse conditions ranging from dry rocky slopes to damp riverbanks across the Northern Hemisphere. Widely used in ornamental gardening, irises offer a spectrum of colors and forms, making them a timeless choice for borders and water features.