Petra Iris

The Petra Iris is one of the Royal Irises found in the Negev.

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Common name: Petra Iris
Hebrew name: איריס הנגב
Latin Name: Iris petrana
Habitat:  Desert
Height: 40-60 cm
Distribution: Negev Hills, Eilat
Flowering: Late February – Late March
Family: Iridaceae
Type: Royal Irises
Protected: Yes
Sites: Nahal Efe Sands, Irus Yeroham (Negev)