Thursday, April 10, 2014

A to Z Blogging Challenge - I is for Iris

I is for Iris
Iris Germanica (also used as Orris Root, which belongs to the Iridaceae family)


I took this photo outside with the sunlight playing.
I also had fun painting this - I love how the two petals making an L shape
turned out.  I will probably be darkening them, but I wanted a
"before" photo!

Orris root is used as a flavoring in desserts.  It also strengthens your gums and freshens breath.  
It is said that the iris can bestow its powers for love, protection and personal success!




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5 comments:

  1. Cathrina ConstantineApril 10, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    Growing up in a small ranch, my mom had purple Iris's all along the back of the house. Beautiful. I wish they lasted longer.

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  2. Susan KaneApril 11, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    So glad to find your site. Your paintings and photos are lovely. Iris is beautiful. Scanned down and read your other posts.

    Over from the A to Z.

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  3. AnonymousApril 12, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    Stopping by on the 12th day of the #atozchallenge. Having a good time today blog hopping, saying hi and moving on.Love your botanical like floral images. If you have time or interest, I am writing about gardening and related topics this month. Come and visit.

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  4. Karen Jones GowenApril 13, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    The iris is one of my favorite flowers. I had no idea the root was even good to eat!

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  5. PeggyApril 18, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    Thank you everyone! Sorry so late in posting gratitude. My wifi and Internet access has been constrained this past week. I should be up to speed, haha, on Tuesday. : )

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