Aucher-Eloy iris
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I. aucheri is a bulbous herbaceous perennial to 30cm in height, with narrow, crowded leaves and 2-3 flowers 5-7cm in width, the petals pale or deep violet-blue or white, with a central yellow ridge on the falls
Scientific classification
- Species
- Aucher-Eloy iris (Iris aucheri)
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Aucher-Eloy iris
Distribution map
Southwestern Asia to Himalaya
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Aucher-Eloy iris
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Aucher-Eloy iris care guide
- Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom
Pruning
PruningRemove any dying foliage in autumn, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division of bulb offsets
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in full sun. When planting take care not to damage the fleshy roots. Or grow in a container under glass
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to aphid-borne viruses, bacterial soft rot and grey moulds; see Iris diseases
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs, snails and thrips
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