Iridaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Large family of usually perennial geophytic herbs with rhizomes or corms or bulbs.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Iridaceae includes plants commonly known as irises and gladioli which can add a burst of vibrant color to gardens and arrangements.
- In general Iridaceae is the third-largest monocot family in the plant kingdom in terms of number of species.
- Due to the high water-holding capacity of Iridaceae their plants thrive well in poorly drained regions or seasonal swamps.
- Characterized by radial or bilateral flowers with an inferior ovary most species within the Iridaceae have these flower features in common.
- Worldwide geographic distribution and immense variability are distinct properties associated with plants of the family Iridaceae.