■(SPEC) Iris sisianica Zubrov & Bondarenko
2018, Gibrov & Bondarenko
Iris sisianica (Dimitri Zubrov & Leonid Bondarenko, 2018) Iris sisianica, a new stoloniferous species (
Hermodactyloides section, Iridaceae),described from Zangezur floral area, Armenia.(Published online, International Rock Gardener 99,– March 2018 pages 22 - 35),Zubov Dimitri, , State Institute of Genetic & Regenerative Medicine NAMSU, Kiev, Ukraine; zoubov77@yahoo.com, Bondarenko Leonid,, „Lithuanian Rare Bulb Garden‟ nursery, Vilnius, Lithuania; leobon@litbulbgarden.com,
Abstract
Iris sisianica , a new stoloniferous species narrowly local endemic to Syunik region, Zangezur floral area, Armenia (Lesser Caucasus) is described and illustrated. Morphological differences between the new species and the closely related species, I. reticulata, are discussed. The illustration, photographs, distribution map and conservation status are provided. It is considered as „Critically Endangered‟ and known to exist at only a single location (CR B2a).
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Culture
Culture of Reticulata Group Irises
Quick Summary of Cultural Directions
FURTHER CULTURAL INFORMATION |
Hardiness Zones 4-8 for most varieties, Some cultivars tolerate colder, others tolerate warmer zones (please comment in comment box with your location if this cultivar grows well in zone 3, 4, 9, or 10.) |
Exposure Prefers full sun for optimal performance, may still bloom in half-day shade |
Water: Prefers well drained good garden soil, Tolerant of dry conditions in established plants, Intolerant of swampy conditions. |
PH Prefers Neutral to basic solis 6.1 to 8.5, quite toleranr of more extreme conditions |
Fertilizer Prefers rich conditions on relatively inorganic soils. |
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