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Blue Flag

Iris virginica

Least Concern

About

The Blue Flag (Iris virginica) is a species in the genus Iris. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Taiwan and United States.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Arthropoda (Arthropods)
Class
Insecta (Insects)
Order
Mantodea (Mantodea)
Family
Eremiaphilidae
Genus
Iris
Species
Iris virginica (Blue Flag)

Names in Other Languages

French iris de Virginie

Similar Species in Iris

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Algerian Iris
Iris unguicularis
Not Evaluated
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Arctic blue flag
Iris setosa
Not Evaluated
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Asshafa Iris
Iris atrofusca
Near Threatened
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Beaked Iris
Iris ensata
Not Evaluated
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Bearded Iris
Iris germanica
Not Evaluated
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Belamcanda
Iris domestica
Not Evaluated
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Black Iris
Iris nigricans
Vulnerable
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Blood Iris
Iris sanguinea
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Flag?
The scientific name of Blue Flag is Iris virginica. It belongs to the genus Iris.
What is the conservation status of Blue Flag?
Blue Flag (Iris virginica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Blue Flag live?
Blue Flag is found in Distributed across Taiwan and United States.. Countries include Taiwan, United States.
What family does Blue Flag belong to?
Blue Flag (Iris virginica) belongs to the genus Iris, which is part of the taxonomic family Eremiaphilidae.
Is Blue Flag endangered?
No, Blue Flag (Iris virginica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Blue Flag belong to?
Blue Flag (Iris virginica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Blue Flag?
The closest relatives of Blue Flag in the genus Iris include Algerian Iris, Arctic blue flag, Asshafa Iris, Beaked Iris, Bearded Iris.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Iris — 20 Species

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Algerian Iris
Iris unguicularis
NE 🐾
Arctic blue flag
Iris setosa
NE 🐾
Asshafa Iris
Iris atrofusca
NT 🐾
Beaked Iris
Iris ensata
NE 🐾
Bearded Iris
Iris germanica
NE 🐾
Belamcanda
Iris domestica
NE 🐾
Black Iris
Iris nigricans
VU 🐾
Blood Iris
Iris sanguinea
NE 🐾
Blue Flag
Iris versicolor
NE
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Blue Flag
Iris virginica
LC
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Blue Iris
Iris spuria
VU 🐾
butterfly-flower
Iris japonica
NE 🐾
Canada beach-head iris
Iris hookeri
NE 🐾
Coastal Iris
Iris atropurpurea
CR 🐾
Dot-Winged Mantis
Iris polystictica
DD 🐾
Dwarf iris
Iris pumila
NE 🐾
dwarf lake iris
Iris lacustris
NT 🐾
Flag Iris
Iris pseudacorus
LC 🐾
Gargano Iris
Iris bicapitata
LC 🐾
Gilboa Iris
Iris haynei
VU
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