Japanese Iris (Iris ensata)
Iris ensata, commonly known as Japanese Iris, is a perennial herb celebrated for its large, showy flowers in various colors, blooming in early to mid-summer.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Especially during growing and flowering season.
Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed in early spring.
Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear, ensiform
Flower Size
10-25 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyIridaceae
- genusIris
- speciesIris ensata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No