| Common Name | Chinese Iris / Milk Iris |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris |
| Species | Lactea |
| Variety | chinensis |
| Origin | East Asia |
| Blooming | Spring to early summer, depending on climate and variety |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green / Grey-green glaucous leaves |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam or gritty mix; avoid heavy clay to prevent rhizome rot.
Moderate during active growth, keep dry during dormancy (winter) to prevent bulb rot.
Requires full sun for best flowering; tolerate partial shade in hot climates.
Apply balanced fertilizer at planting and after flowering; avoid high nitrogen.
Cut back foliage after yellowing in late summer/autumn; remove spent flowers.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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