Louisiana Iris Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Louisiana Iris or Iris ser. Hexagonae is a beardless hybrid. This ornamental plant is native to swampy areas with high humidity and prefers moderate temperatures. It is hardy and can be grown in USDA zone 4, making it well-suited as an outdoor houseplant.
Common Name |
Louisiana Iris
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Plant Type
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Aquatic Plants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Iris ser. Hexagonae
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Genus
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Iris
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Family
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Iridaceae
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Order
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Asparagales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Louisiana Iris Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Louisiana Iris.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Louisiana Iris needs water once every
7 days in 0.9
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Louisiana Iris needs about 0.225 L per 7 days. |
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Louisiana Iris Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Louisiana Iris to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 8 hours
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Temperature |
35°F
to 45°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Louisiana Iris to thrive is between 60% and 80%. |
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Louisiana Iris Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Louisiana Iris. |
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Suitability in pots |
7L
Louisiana Iris plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L. |
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Soil type |
clay
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Louisiana Iris Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Louisiana Iris plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
White
Purple
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Characteristics |
Cut Flowers
Plant of Merit
Showy
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Is Louisiana Iris toxic to pets? |
Yes
Louisiana Iris is also toxic to dogs. |
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Garden Style |
Informal and Cottage
Patio And Containers
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Louisiana Iris Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Louisiana Iris, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Louisiana Iris Native Region |
Find out where the Louisiana Iris plant originated. |
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Country |
United States of America (the)
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