Van Dycks

Bearded Iris Characterized by broad leaves, fleshy rhizomes and a beard or pattern of hairs on the falls (down turned petals). This group includes Bearded Iris (also called German Iris), dwarf, border, flag and Louisiana Iris.

Beardless Iris Characterized by having narrower leaves, thick rhizomes, and smooth falls. Included are Siberian Iris, Japanese Iris and many species Iris.

Crested (Evansia) Iris Characterized by their slender rhizomes and cockscomb-like crests on the falls. Included are Iris Cristata and Iris Tectorum.