Stinking iris (Iris foetidissima)
Stinking Iris (Iris foetidissima) is a hardy perennial known for its evergreen, sword-shaped leaves and dull purplish-blue flowers, followed by striking orange-red seed p
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Sunlight
Thrives in partial shade to full sun. More sun generally leads to better flowering and fruiting, but afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Established plants are somewhat drought-tolerant.
Soil
Adaptable, prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
Temperature
Extremely hardy, tolerating temperatures from -15°C to 30°C. Protect from extreme winter wet in colder zones.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally low-feeding. A balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring is sufficient, especially in poor soils. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Care Requirements
Thrives in partial shade to full sun. More sun generally leads to better flowering and fruiting, but afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Established plants are somewhat drought-tolerant.
Adaptable, prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
Extremely hardy, tolerating temperatures from -15°C to 30°C. Protect from extreme winter wet in colder zones.
Outdoor
Generally low-feeding. A balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring is sufficient, especially in poor soils. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.45-0.9 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Medium
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Sword-shaped
Flower Size
5-8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
35000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyIridaceae
- genusIris
- speciesIris foetidissima
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant, especially the rhizomes and leaves, contain toxic compounds that can cause severe gastrointestinal upset if ingested.