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Blue Iris

Iris spuria

Vulnerable

About

The Blue Iris (Iris spuria) is a species in the genus Iris. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Species

Iris spuria (Blue Iris)

Names in Other Languages

French iris des steppes

German Wiesen-Schwertlilie

Turkish Yayla süseni

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Iris?

The scientific name of Blue Iris is Iris spuria. It belongs to the genus Iris.

What is the conservation status of Blue Iris?

Blue Iris (Iris spuria) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blue Iris live?

Blue Iris is found in Widely distributed across Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Blue Iris belong to?

Blue Iris (Iris spuria) belongs to the genus Iris, which is part of the taxonomic family Eremiaphilidae.

Is Blue Iris endangered?

Yes, Blue Iris (Iris spuria) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blue Iris belong to?

Blue Iris (Iris spuria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Blue Iris?

The closest relatives of Blue Iris in the genus Iris include Algerian Iris, Arctic blue flag, Asshafa Iris, Beaked Iris, Bearded Iris.