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A phalanx is a formation of infantry carrying overlapping shields and long spears, developed by Philip II of Macedon and used by Alexander the Great.
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ORIGINATOR: Schreiner
INTRODUCED: 1951
CLASS: Tall Bearded
HEIGHT: 38"
BLOOM SEASON: Early
DESCRIPTION: Fuchsia-hued self, bluish blaze.
PARENTAGE: Red Amber X Lothario
AWARDS: None
INTERESTING INFO: From the 1951 Schreiner's Iris Lover's Catalog: This is a novelty Iris of an unusual fuchsia hue. The falls have a sheen of metallic rose enhanced by a blue blaze in the center, reminding one of the luster of a shining Christmas tree ornament. Everyone may not like this Iris, but those who respond to its bizarre coloring will like it a great deal. A phalanx is a formation of infantry carrying overlapping shields and long spears, developed by Philip II of Macedon and used by Alexander the Great. |