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| Scientific name | Dietes grandiflora |
|---|---|
| Genus | Dietes |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Region | Tropics |
Dietes grandiflora, commonly named fortnight lily, large wild iris, African iris or fairy iris, is a rhizomatous perennial plant of the Iris Family (Iridaceae) with long, rigid, sword-like green leaves. This species is common in horticulture in its native South Africa, where it is often used in public gardens, beautification of commercial premises and along roadsides.