Iris kashmiriana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Iris bartonii

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Asparagales and the family Iridaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Iris, specifically as the species Iris kashmiriana.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across parts of Western Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. Within Western Asia, its presence is documented in the countries of Afghanistan and Iran. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, the species is found growing in Pakistan. Additionally, it inhabits the mountainous regions of the West Himalaya. Together, these locations define the natural range where Iris kashmiriana can be located.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Iris kashmiriana is characterized by its specific distribution within montane environments, where it thrives across a defined vertical gradient. This species is typically found inhabiting high-altitude terrains, occupying an elevational range that begins at a minimum of 1000 m AMSL and extends up to a maximum of 1800 m AMSL. Within this altitudinal belt, the plant adapts to the unique climatic conditions and soil compositions prevalent in these sub-alpine or montane zones, playing a role in the localized biodiversity of its specialized mountain habitat.

Elevational range max:

1800 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1000 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Iris kashmiriana is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist through multiple growing seasons. It functions as a cryptophyte, ensuring its survival by keeping its perennuating buds protected below the soil surface or at the soil level during unfavorable conditions. Specifically, its biological structure is classified as a geophyte, meaning it relies on underground storage organs, such as rhizomes, to endure dormant periods and facilitate regrowth in its natural habitat.

Life form :

geophyte

Life form :

cryptophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Iris kashmiriana is characterized by its classification as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its vegetative parts. As a terrestrial plant, it grows directly in the soil rather than as an epiphyte, maintaining an independent life cycle without relying on a host, thus functioning as an independent organism. In terms of its structural habit, it does not possess climbing tendencies, instead maintaining a self-supporting growth form that allows it to stand upright within its natural habitat.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Iris kashmiriana is primarily characterized by its seasonal flowering cycle, which is a critical component of its life cycle. The flowering period for this species is relatively concentrated, typically commencing in May and reaching its conclusion by June. While the exact timing can be subject to environmental variables, the onset of the reproductive phase is most consistently observed during the month of May, with the blooming process concluding in June. This specific temporal window facilitates the pollination necessary for the plant's continued propagation and genetic diversity.

Flowering time :

May

Flowering time :

Jun

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Iris kashmiriana has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include flower.

Flower

1. Scientific reports

Chemicals

Iris kashmiriana has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Epicatechin, Flavonoid, RUTIN, SINAPIC ACID.

CHLOROGENIC ACID

1. Scientific reports

Epicatechin

1. Scientific reports

Flavonoid

1. Scientific reports

RUTIN

1. Scientific reports

SINAPIC ACID

1. Scientific reports

Vanillic acid

1. Scientific reports

caffeic acid

1. Scientific reports

ellagic acid

1. Scientific reports

quercetin

1. Scientific reports

Activities

Iris kashmiriana has 3 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.

Antibacterial

1. Scientific reports

Antioxidant

1. Scientific reports

Cytotoxic

1. Scientific reports

Preparations