Filifolia Iris (Iris filifolia)

Family: Iridaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Iris filifolia is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in leaf from October to July, in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - cooked. Used as a vegetable. — Used as a vegetable.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy and limestone soils in dry rocky places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)