Isophysis

Isophysis T.Moore is a monotypic genus of evergreen rhizomatous perennials in the Iridaceae family found in Tasmania. It is most likely the most primitive form of Iridaceae.

Isophysis tasmanica (Hook.) T.Moore is found in the mountains of western Tasmania growing in heathland on sandy soils. This is an alpine plant needing cool conditions. The flowers are yellow or dark red. Height range: 15-30 cm. Photos from iNaturalist taken by Kaely Kreger in Tasmania in December and shared under a CC BY-NC license.