Peacock Iris
Moraea spp.
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There are about 120 species in this genus of deciduous or semi-deciduous cormous perennials occurring in seasonally moist grasslands in Sub-Saharan Africa. From spring to summer, the plant produced a succession of short-lived iris-like flowers.
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Planning
Difficulty
Moderate
Fruiting time
Spring, Summer
Harvesting
Generally not harvested
Propagation
Division
Divide offsets in dormant season.
Seed
Sow seeds in spring, flowering can take up to 3 years starting from seed.
Special features
Pot plant
Plant in well draining medium, don't water in dormant season.
Special features
Origin
Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia, Middle East
Environment
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Soil moisture
Moist
Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH preference
Neutral
Frost hardiness
Tender
Uses
Edible
Some species have edible corms, but some are poisonous.
Personality
Family
Iridaceae
Flower colour
White, Yellow, Blue
Scent
Mild
Problems
Generally problem free
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