Aphrodisiac

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

 ORIGINATOR: Schreiner

INTRODUCED: 1986

CLASS: Tall Bearded

HEIGHT: 36"

BLOOM SEASON: Midseason

DESCRIPTION: Lightly ruffled apricot and shrimp; shrimp beard.

PARENTAGE: Charm Bracelet X Piping Hot

AWARDS: Honorable Mention 1988

PBF: Unknown

INTERESTING INFO:
From the 1986 Schreiner's Iris Lover's Catalog: This festive novelty radiates a special light. Aphrodisiac's lightly ruffled petals are colored a luscious shade of apricot and shrimp. Notice the pearly luster shading at the center of the falls. This jewel's finely sculptured blooms have heavy starch-like substance. Feel the warmth emanating from this alluring beauty. Three branches, 6 to 7 buds.