Iris Pseudocaucasica Subsp . Iranica (Iridaceae), a New Subspecies From Tabriz Province (Iran) Belonging To Subgenus Scorpiris

Abstract

Iris pseudocaucasica subsp. iranica, a new subspecies of subgenus Scorpiris, is described and illustrated from Tabriz Province, Iran. From the morphological point of view, subsp. iranica appears to be similar to subsp. pseudocaucasica and subsp. koyuncui, from which it differs in several morphological features including plant height, leaf size/number and flower colour/size. A comprehensive description of this subspecies is provided, including detailed photographs, geographical distribution, habitat and ecology, vernacular name and IUCN conservation status.