Iridaceae

Iridaceae (Iridaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 17 genuss with 57 known species. Key genus groups include Aristea, Chasmanthe, Crocosmia, Crocus, Eleutherine, and Ferraria. Among its members, 4 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Asparagales (Asparagales).