Western Flag Iris
Diplarrena latifolia
Also known as
Butterfly Flag
Diplarrena latifolia by peganum (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
10a
USDA zone
-1°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
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1m | Max | 50cm |
50cm | Min | 10cm |
3 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Western Flag Iris Overview
Diplarrena latifolia is a rhizomatous, perennial, herbaceous species in the Iris family, Iridaceae. It is endemic to Australia and produces attractive white flowers which resemble those of Irises and tend to be produced on unbranched stalks in clusters, they are generally scented and do not last very long. It has an upright habit and is half-hardy, coping with temperatures down to -5 degrees Celsius, plant in a position of full sun, in moist, well-draining soil for optimal growth. This plant grows best in neutral to slightly acidic soil and if planting in a hot site, can cope with partially shaded light. The main difference between this plant and the other related species in Diplarrena is the size, this species typically grows larger, to between half a metre and a metre in height.
How to propagate Western Flag Iris
Division
Divide in spring.
Seed
Sow seed in autumn or spring.
Special features of Western Flag Iris
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Western Flag Iris
Grown for its attractive flowers.