Siberian iris
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The Siberian iris is a type of beardless iris, often a hybrid of Iris sibirica and Iris sanguinea. These plants typically feature lilac, blue, or white flowers with relatively small blooms, borne on stiff, upright stalks. Irises, in general, belong to the genus Iris and are a diverse group of flowering plants known for their popularity in gardens and the floral industry. They can be either bulbous or rhizomatous, with flowers characterized by three sepals, three petals, and three stigma branches. The Siberian iris is specifically noted for its slender stalks and clustered violet-blue or white blooms.12
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