Iris pseudata Shiryukyo Sun to Shade roots are used to treat

roots are used to treat scorpion stings and a concoction from the leaves is used to treat wounds

but thankfully

Epimedium foliage is most often an ornamental feature with its graceful form held aloft to wiry stalks

rich soils give best performance

In addition to its ornamental value

Iris pseudata Shiryukyo Sun to Shade roots are used to treatIris x pseudata 'Shiryukyo' is a splendid cross of the Japanese Iris ensata and the European Iris pseudacorus. Starting for us in mid May, the clumps are topped with a plethora of large, showy flowers, held atop 4. 5' tall spikes. Each flower is a lovely medium purple, with a bright yellow eye zone, bordered with dark purple eye liner. Iris 'Shiryukyo' performs well both as a marginal aquatic, in a bog, or in regular garden soil that doesn't stay