"Iris palaestina" is a species in the genus "Iris"; it is also in the subgenus of "Scorpiris". It is a bulbous perennial from Asia, within Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Turkey. It has long, narrow, strap-like leaves, and a short stem. The early blooming, fragrant flowers are greenish-grey/white or yellow-white.
Similar species: Agaves, Aloes, Onions
By Yael Orgad
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Uploaded Jan 24, 2022. Captured Jan 20, 2022 13:26 in HWFC+63 Zikhron Ya'akov, Israel.
