Walking iris
The Walking Iris is a unique and elegant indoor plant known for its graceful, sword-like leaves and beautiful white flowers that bloom in warm seasons. Its name comes from the way new shoots “walk” out from the mother plant on long stems. This compact beauty is easy to care for and ideal for small spaces. It adds a calming, serene vibe wherever placed.
Neomarica gracilis (Botanical Name)
📏 PLANT SIZE
- 🌱 Height: 40 cm / 15.7 in
- ↔️ Length & Width: 10 cm / 3.9 in
- 🏷️ Category: Indoor Plant
☀️ Sunlight (India) : 💡 Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight , 🌤️ Tolerates moderate light indoors , 🌅 Morning sun (before 10 a.m.) helps flowering , ❌ Avoid harsh, direct afternoon sunlight
💧 Watering (India) : 🕳️ Water only when top 1–2 inches of soil feels dry , 💧 150–300 ml per session , ⚠️ Avoid overwatering → risk of root rot
🪴 Best Soil Mix : 🪨 40% Garden Soil🏖️ 25% Perlite/Sand (Drainage)🥥 15% Coco Peat🌿 10% Compost🧱 10% Crushed Brick or Gravel
🧪 Soil pH : 5.5–7.0
🌡️ Soil Temperature : 20°C–32°C
🏠 Perfect For : 🛋️ Living Room 🛏️ Bedroom 🚿 Bathroom 🖥️ Office Desk 🏢 Balcony or Window Corners
🌬️ PLANT BENEFITS
✅ Oxygen Production : 🌃 Releases oxygen even at night , 🔬 Produces approx. 90–150 ml/day of oxygen 🧍 Oxygen required per day for an average adult is approx. 360 liters
✅ Air Purifier : 🧪 Helps remove pollutants like formaldehyde & xylene , 🌬️ Covers area up to 10–12 sq. ft.
✅ Low Maintenance : 🕒 Perfect for beginners or busy plant lovers
✅ Visual Appeal : 🌸 Delicate white blooms + lush green leaves , ✨ Adds grace, calmness & freshness to any indoor space
✅ Boosts Mood & Focus:
🧠 May help improve concentration by 10–15%
😊 Elevates your mood naturally by up to 35%
✅ Great Gift Option : 🎁 A symbol of peace and elegance — ideal for home or corporate gifting
⭐⭐⭐ PARLO Rated: 8.47/10
🌱 How to Plant a Sapling
- 🪴 Use a pot with good drainage holes
- 🧱 Add pebbles at the bottom for extra drainage
- 🧪 Fill with the recommended soil mix
- 🌱 Plant the sapling gently, firm the soil & water thoroughly
- ☀️ Place in indirect sunlight
- 💧 Water only when the soil surface is dry to touch