Definitions for iris xiphium
iris xiphi·um

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1. Spanish iris, xiphium iris, Iris xiphiumnoun

   bulbous iris of western Mediterranean region having usually violet-purple flowers

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1. Iris xiphium

   Iris xiphium, commonly known as the Spanish iris, is an iris native to Spain and Portugal. It has also been found in Corsica, South West France, southern Italy, Algeria and Tunisia. This species is also known as the small bulbous-rooted iris. It was first illustrated in 'Flowers of the Mediterranean' in 1965.It is bulbous and bears blue, violet, white or yellow flowers, though they are not so large as those of I. xiphiodes. They are around 6 cm wide. The plant can reach up to 80 cm, It typically flowers in May and June, but not always. The greyish-green leaves emerge in autumn, they grow between 20–70 cm tall. The leaves die after the flowers fade.The Spanish iris is favoured by florists for its striking colour combinations. This species has several varieties popular in horticulture, among them var. lusitanica whose flowers are yellow all over. It is among the hardier bulbous irises, and can be grown in northern Europe. But not in all of North America, where frosts would damage the autumn foliage. It requires to be planted in thoroughly drained beds in very light open soil, moderately enriched, and should have a rather sheltered position.

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1. iris xiphium

   Iris xiphium, also known as Spanish iris, is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Spain, Portugal, France and Morocco, but has also been introduced to other regions around the world. The plant has blue to violet and occasionally white flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. The bulbs of Iris xiphium are commonly grown by gardeners for their attractive flowers.

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1. Iris xiphium

   Iris xiphium, commonly known as the Spanish Iris, is an iris native to Spain and Portugal. It is bulbous and bears handsome blue and yellow flowers, though they are not so large as those of I. xiphiodes. This species is also known as the Small Bulbous-rooted Iris. The Spanish Iris is favoured by florists for its striking colour combinations. This species has several varieties popular in horticulture, among them var. lusitanica whose flowers are yellow all over. It is among the hardier bulbous irises, and can be grown in northern Europe. It requires to be planted in thoroughly drained beds in very light open soil, moderately enriched, and should have a rather sheltered position. It typically flowers in May and June, but not always.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of iris xiphium in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of iris xiphium in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iris_Xiphium
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