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Photo: G. Bradley |
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Latin name: Iris pseudacorus
Size: Grows to approximately 150cms tall.
Distribution: Found throughout the UK.
Months seen: May to August.
Habitat: Damp edges of ponds lakes and rivers.
Special features: The long, stiff leaves of Yellow Iris, or Water Iris are sword shaped and have sharp edges.
The other name�for this plant is 'Flag'. It probably came about when the 5th century king of�Franks, Clovis,�used it as a heraldic symbol on his battle flag.
Close Photo of a Yellow Iris
UK Safari Wild Flower Section
UK Safari Plants and Trees Section
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