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Blue Flag

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Iris versicolor
Blue Flag

Habitat

They are found in marshes and wet meadows.

Description

It is a big, blue-violet flower with 3 petals and 3 yellow-veined leaves (sepals) below the flower. Each plant has one to several flowers that sit on top of strong stem. They have tall, sword-like leaves that attach at the bottom. They bloom May through July.

Taxonomic Features (Traits) for Identification

  • Flower Type: Flower Regular with 3 petals, plus 3
  • Flower Color: Blue (petals and sepals)
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Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
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Plant Type: Wildflower (large)
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Leaf Type: Long, narrow and entire (smooth edge)

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