"iris bevicaulis", common name "zigzag iris" and "lamance iris", is the most petite louisiana iris. it is recognized by its zigzag stalk and prominent, numerous flower parts, that open widely. the species does not require as much water to survive, like other louisiana irises. due to its minimalist aquatic requirement, habitats can be in the mud, instead of water bodies, or other surroundings to aqueous habitats. one distinguishable feature that separates it from the other blue irises, is its late blooming season. furthermore, the iris's importance lies in its hardiness; it provides support to many cultivar plants and was pronounced the "show horse" for the louisiana iris species. locations of the iris are upland louisiana and along the gulf coast. the irises' pattern of growth up the state of louisiana, ventures north into the mississippi valley of missouri, kentucky, illinois, and ohio.