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Pale yellow eyed grass (Sisyrinchium striatum)

Description

Sisyrinchium striatum, common names pale yellow-eyed-grass or satin flower, is an evergreen perennial plant in the family Iridaceae.Sisyrinchium striatum can reach a height of 70–90 centimetres (28–35 in). It has an erect stem with a clump of grey-green sword-shaped alternate leaves and several clusters of cup-shaped creamy white flowers with six tepals and golden centers. They bloom from May to June.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Liliopsida

          • Order: Asparagales

            • Family: Iridaceae

              • Genus: Sisyrinchium