Iris xiphium

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Definition

Noun: - A bulbous iris species (Iris xiphium) native to the western Mediterranean region, characterized by its typically violet-purple flowers. It is commonly known as the Spanish iris.

Usage
  • This term is used specifically in botanical and horticultural contexts to identify this particular species of iris.
  • It functions as a singular, countable noun. The plural form is (same spelling) or .
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • The name is often used in its full binomial (scientific) form, , to ensure precise identification.
  • In gardening catalogs, it may be listed under its common name, "Spanish iris," with the scientific name in parentheses for clarity.
Variants and Related Words
  • Spanish iris: The common name for .
  • Xiphium iris: An alternative phrasing, though less common.
  • Bulbous iris: A descriptive term for irises that grow from bulbs, which includes .
Synonyms
  • Spanish iris
Different Meanings
  • This term has a single, specific botanical meaning and is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.
Noun
  1. bulbous iris of western Mediterranean region having usually violet-purple flowers

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