I got the help needed about where to place the genetics of this iris. Thanks to all. To help remove an issue that came up but was not really my concern I reshot another flower this morning in full sun. It is fresher and the color is more vibrant whereas the earlier one was taken with flash in the evening. I would say it is closer to 'Black Gameock' but my opinions on irid cultivars are not to be taken seriously. http://flickr.com/photos/andrewrmw/… Andrew Yes indeed, and a real beauty it is. One of the most popular Louisiana iris hybrids. Darlene Cook My guess would be Black Gamecock which shows a lot of Iris brevicaulis influence for a Louisiana hybrid in flower shape and size but is much darker and richer in color such as the photo shows. -- Alani Tallahassee, Florida