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''Sisyrinchium striatum'', common names pale yellow-eyed-grass or satin flower, is an evergreen perennial plant in the family Iridaceae.


Description

''Sisyrinchium striatum'' can reach a height of . It has an erect stem with a clump of grey-green sword-shaped alternate leaves and several clusters of cup-shaped creamy white flowers with six tepals and golden centers. They bloom from May to June.


Distribution

This species is native to Argentina and Chile. It grows in alpine grasslands, open woods and meadows.


References

* Christoper Brickell (Editor-in-chief): RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants. Third edition. Dorling Kindersley, London 2003, .
Missouri Botanical Garden

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