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Iris histrio Iris histrio is confined to the far north of Israel (and northwards to S Turkey). It is a protected species that bloom in February. In the picture, u can see its typical square leaves (in cross section). Geotagged,Iris histrio,Syrian Iris,Winter Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Iris histrio

Iris histrio is confined to the far north of Israel (and northwards to S Turkey). It is a protected species that bloom in February. In the picture, u can see its typical square leaves (in cross section).

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The Syrian Iris

''Iris histrio'' is a species in the genus ''Iris'', it is also in the subgenus of ''Hermodactyloides'' and ''Section Reticulatae''. It is a bulbous perennial from Central Asia: Kyrgyzstan. Israel, Lebanon, Syria and southern Turkey.

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Similar species: Agaves, Aloes, Onions
Species identified by Ori Fragman Sapir
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By Ori Fragman Sapir

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Uploaded Feb 1, 2019. Captured Jan 30, 2019 14:37 in 98, Buq'ata.
  • NIKON D750
  • f/10.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.