Taxonomy of Tigridia: Understanding the Botanical Identity of the Tiger Flower The vibrant, exotic blooms of Tigridia—often called tiger flowers, peacock flowers or Mexican shell flowers—are among the most striking in the ornamental garden. With bold, speckled centers and dramatic three-petaled symmetry, they look almost tropical in design. But beyond their beauty lies a fascinating botanical story. In this article, we’ll explore the taxonomy of Tigridia, tracing its classification from kingdom to species, and examining how botanists understand and organize this remarkable genus. Kingdom to Genus: Where Tigridia Fits in Plant Classification Taxonomy is the science of naming and classifying organisms based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships. The genus Tigridia belongs to a well-defined hierarchy within the plant kingdom. 📚 Full Taxonomic Classification Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Angiosperms (flowering plants) Clade: Monocots Order: Asparagales Family: Iridaceae...