French names:
Iris lacustre Family: Iris Family (Iridaceae) Group: Irises Distinctive features:
Very short, barely moer than a few inches tall. Similar species: • Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor) - Much larger, grows in wet places. Flowers: Spring; Blue/Violet; 3 parts (petals) Leaves: Simple, Entire Habitat: Fields and Open Areas; Alvars. Native/Non-native:
Native Status:
Rare.
Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: lacustris: of lakes For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs:
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