Which genus has more species, Burretiokentia or Iris?
Iris (plant) Iris is a genus of about 260–300, species of flowering plants with showy flowers. It takes its name from the Greek word for a rainbow, which is also the name for the Greek goddess of the rainbow, Iris. Some authors state that the name refers to the wide variety of flower colors found among the many species. As well as being the scientific name, "iris" is also very widely used as a common name for all "Iris" species, as well as some belonging to other closely related genera. A common name for some species is 'flags', while the plants of the subgenus "Scorpiris" are widely known as 'junos', particularly in horticulture. It is a popular garden flower.
Iris ludwigii Iris ludwigii, with the common name Ludwig Iris, is a species in the genus "Iris". It is also in the subgenus of Iris subg. Limniris and in series Spuriae. It is a bulbous perennial plant with violet-blue flowers. It is native to the Altai Mountains in Central Asia, where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant in temperate regions.