Iris
Iris versicolor
Plant Family
Iridaceae
Pictured: Iris
Iris family
Showy monocots with rhizomes or corms; orris (iris) root is used as a fragrant expectorant and fixative.
2 Herbs // 5 Notable Members
Overview
The Iris Family
Showy monocots with rhizomes or corms; orris (iris) root is used as a fragrant expectorant and fixative.
Materia Medica
Herbs in This Family
The 2 monographs in the database whose Iridaceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.
Saffron
Crocus sativus
Beyond the Database
Also in This Family
Notable members without a monograph yet.
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