148 FLORA AND THALIA. 



YELLOW WATER-FLAG. 



(/r/s pseud-^'^corus.) 



This plant is common in marshes, and on the 

 borders of rivers ; and adds much to the beauty of 

 their appearance, by its sho\\7- yellow flowers, which 

 appear in the beginning of July.. 



This bright Lily of the wave, so pleasing to the 

 eye, is devoid of perfume, unlike the Iris Florentina, 

 which is one of the most delicate perfumes we have. 

 The root of the Yellow Water-Flag, or Iris, is some- 

 times used instead of galls in the making of ink. 



" Amid its waving swords, in flaming gold, the Iris lowers." 

 Class, Tkiastdria. Order, MoNOGxifiA. 



