Iris palaestina

Description

Iris palaestina (or sometimes Iris palestina) is a species in the genus Iris; it is also in the subgenus of Scorpiris. It is a bulbous perennial from Asia, within Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Turkey. It has long, narrow, strap-like leaves, and a short stem. The early blooming, fragrant flowers are greenish-grey/white or yellow-white.