iridaceous

/ˌɪrɪˈdeɪʃəs/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of the iris plant family (Iridaceae), which includes irises, crocuses, and gladioli.
    • The iridaceous blooms added a splash of color to the spring landscape.
    • The garden featured several iridaceous plants, including blue irises and purple crocuses.
    • She studied the iridaceous family for her botany class, focusing on the structure of the flowers.
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