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Flag Iris

Iris pseudacorus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (India, Japan), Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

🇦🇷 Argentina 🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇮🇳 India 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇾 Uruguay

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Species

Iris pseudacorus (Flag Iris)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lírio-dos-charcos

French iris jaune

German Gelbe Schwertlilie

Portuguese bandeira-branca

Turkish Sarı süsen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flag Iris?

The scientific name of Flag Iris is Iris pseudacorus. It belongs to the genus Iris.

What is the conservation status of Flag Iris?

Flag Iris (Iris pseudacorus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Flag Iris live?

Flag Iris is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (India, Japan), Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, India.

What family does Flag Iris belong to?

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

Is Flag Iris endangered?

No, Flag Iris (Iris pseudacorus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Flag Iris belong to?

Flag Iris (Iris pseudacorus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Flag Iris?

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