Iris domestica
Iris domestica (L.) Goldblatt & Mabb.
Iris domestica, commonly known as leopard lily, blackberry lily, and leopard flower, is an ornamental plant in the family Iridaceae.
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Iris domestica, commonly known as leopard lily, blackberry lily, and leopard flower, is an ornamental plant in the family Iridaceae. In 2005, based on molecular DNA sequence evidence, Belamcanda chinensis, the sole species in the genus Belamcanda, was transferred to the genus Iris and renamed Iris domestica.
Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026
mô tả khoa học đầu tiên năm 2005.
Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026
Life cycle
From seed to productRhizome planting
Propagated by **rhizome**: divide healthy rhizomes into sections with 2–3 buds, trim the roots and plant in loose, moist soil.
Sprouting
Buds on the rhizome sprout, emerge from the soil and form new roots within 2–4 weeks.
Growth & flowering
The plant blooms with **orange-red spotted flowers, June–August**; pollination is by insects and wind.
New rhizomes & harvest
Foliage dies back and reserves move into the underground storage organ; **rhizomes dug in autumn–winter**.
Uses
- Clears heat and removes toxins.
- Dissolves masses and phlegm; soothes the throat.
- Used for sore throat, cough and hoarseness.
- Reduces inflammation and promotes urination.
- Used for boils and swelling.
Habitat & conservation
Cây rẻ quạt hay còn gọi xạ can, lưỡi đòng (danh pháp hai phần: Iris domestica) là một loài cây bụi thuộc họ Diên vĩ có nguồn gốc từ Trung Quốc và Nhật Bản.
Conservation
Iris domestica has not been assessed by the IUCN Red List (NE). As a medicinal plant, it benefits from sustainable collection and propagation to protect wild genetic resources.
References
- 1Wikipedia – Iris domestica — Wikipedia,
- 2Kew POWO – Iris domestica — Plants of the World Online (Kew),
- 3Wikidata – Q1190377 — Wikidata,