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Japanese iris

American

noun

a plant, Iris kaempferi, native to Japan, having broad, showy flowers in a variety of colors.

Etymology

Origin of Japanese iris

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

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SAT Many varieties of unusual and newer introductions of Siberian Iris, Japanese iris, Louisiana Iris, Spuria Iris, Pacific Coast Iris, expert advice, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

From Seattle Times

The gardens have eight species of swans, along with some of the most famous Japanese iris plantings in the country.

From Washington Times

“And when there are iris blossoms, great Japanese iris, nodding over it!”

From Project Gutenberg

We have here in New Jersey at the present time the Japanese iris beetle and it will eat anything in sight.

From Project Gutenberg

Japanese iris makes an excellent effect in such places.

From Project Gutenberg

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