Iris reticulata var. bakeriana

Iris reticulata var. bakeriana is a variety of plant in the genus Iris. It is sometimes named Iris bakerana,[2] especially in the USA.

Iris reticulata var. bakeriana
Scientific classification
Kingdom:
Plantae
(unranked):
Angiosperms
(unranked):
Monocots
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Iridaceae
Subfamily:
Iridoideae
Tribe:
Irideae
Genus:
Iris
Subgenus:
Hermodactyloides
Section:
Reticulatae
Species:
Iris bakeriana
Binomial name
Iris bakeriana
B Mathew and Wendelbo
Synonyms
  • Iridodictyum bakerianum (Foster) Rodion.
  • Iris bakeriana (Foster)
  • Iris melaina H.R.Wehrh.
[1]

Taxonomy

The Latin specific epithet reticulata refers to the latin word for net, and Bakeriana is in honor of the English botanist John Gilbert Baker.[3]

It was originally found in Armenia near the city of Mardin(in Turkey).[4]

It was originally described and published by Sir Michael Foster as Iris bakeriana in Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Tab. 7084. on November 1st 1889.[5]

Then in Flora Iranica (1975) it was re-classified to be a variety of Iris reticulata by Wendelbo.[6] This now is accepted by most botanists. Iris bakeriana (Foster) then become a synonym for the plant.[1] Although the United States Department of Agriculture and the Agricultural Research Service still class Iris bakeriana as a true species.[7]

Iris reticulata var. bakeriana is an accepted name by the RHS.[8]

Description

The bulbs are more pointed and slender in shape than other reticulata irises in the genus.[9] It grows to about 10 cm tall, with a 5–6 cm tall flower. It has bluish lilac standards and styles. Falls are white with deep blue tips, lines, and blotches.[10] It also has pale blue veining.[11] This species of iris has nearly cylindrical leaves unlike other reticulata species.[10] It blooms in early spring, normally February.[2]

Biochemistry

As most irises are diploid, having two sets of chromosomes, this can be used to identify hybrids and classification of groupings.[12]:18 It has a chromosome count: 2n=20, counted by Johnson & Brandham in 1997.[13][11]

Native

Iris bakeriana is native to the temperate areas of Asia,[7] mainly Iran, Iraq and Turkey.[7][11]

Habitat

It is found on rocky hillsides,[10] with heavy clay soil.[11]

Cultivation

It is suitable for a rock or gravel garden or front of border. It is hardy between USDA Zones 3-9.[11]

Cultivars
  • 'Pauline'
  • 'Purple Gem' [14]

Iris bakeriana crosses (Iris bakeriana X Iris reticulata)

(Iris reticulata X Iris bakeriana)

References
  1. "Iris reticulata var. bakeriana (Foster) B.Mathew & Wendelbo". theplantlist.org. Retrieved 31 October 2014.
  2. Wyman, Donald. Wyman's Gardening Encyclopedia, p. 575, at Google Books
  3. Dr Ross Bayton RHS Gardener’s Botanical: An Encyclopedia of Latin Plant Names (2019), p. 55, at Google Books
  4. Lynch, RichardThe Book of the Iris, p. 163, at Google Books
  5. "Scientist Sir Michael Foster (1836 - 1907)". wiki.irises.org (American Iris Society). 2 July 2014. Retrieved 14 July 2014.
  6. Walters, Stuart Max (Editor)European Garden Flora: A Manual for the Identification of Plants Cultivated, p. 354, at Google Books
  7. "Iris reticulata var. bakeriana". Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN). Agricultural Research Service (ARS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Retrieved 9 June 2020.
  8. "Iris reticulata var. bakeriana". www.rhs.org.uk. Retrieved 31 October 2014.
  9. "Reticulata Or Dwarf Bulbous Irises". www.herbs2000.com. Retrieved 16 July 2014.
  10. "Reticulata Irises". www.pacificbulbsociety.org. 11 May 2014. Retrieved 14 July 2014.
  11. Zera, Sean (6 April 2009). "Iris bakeriana". www.signa.org. The Species Iris Group of North America. Retrieved 9 June 2020.
  12. Austin, Claire (2005). Irises; A Garden Encyclopedia. Timber Press. ISBN 0881927309.
  13. Pries, Bob (4 December 2016). "SpecBakeriana < Spec < Iris Wiki". wiki.irises.org. The American Iris Society. Retrieved 9 June 2020.
  14. Stebbings, Geoff (1997). The Gardener's Guide to Growing Irises. Newton Abbot: David and Charles. p. 73. ISBN 0715305395.
  15. Mathew, Brian (1 May 2007). "Irises: An expert reveals the secrets of growing the jewel-like reticulatas". www.hortmag.com. Retrieved 16 July 2014.
  16. "(Spx) 'Melaina'". wiki.irises.org (American Iris Society). Retrieved 16 July 2014.

Other sources
  • Mathew, B. 1981. The Iris. 173
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.