Re: HYB: I. aphylla, winter deciduous

In a message dated 98-03-27 07:21:19 EST, you write:

<< Is it aphylla or variegata that contributes the deciduous leaves?  Or
 both?>>

"Chromosome studies have made it clear that the true I. aphylla is smaller
than formerly supposed. New studies are clearing the way for its us in
producing new types of irises in all the range of sizes. Iris aphylla and its
allied forms, I. fieberi, furcata, hungarica, naudicaulis, and polonica differ
in several respects from any other group of species. Their branching habit is
distinctive: forked at the rhizome and usually rebranching. They are also
unusual in having completely deciduous foliage, which at times makes them a
bit exasperating to grow, but this trait should contribute to the hardiness of
their offspring."

Bee Warburton in GARDEN IRISES, L. F. Randolph, ed., American Iris Society,
1959, p.376.

Anner Whitehead, Richmond, VA 
Henry Hall henryanner@aol.com
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