2015 paper supported this hypothesis. The star, which is located away from Iota Virginis, also has a similar distance from the Sun, within the margin of error. It itself is a close binary with another star separated 0.33″ from the main star. References Virginis, Iota Virgo (constellation) F-type subgiants Syrma Astrometric binaries Virginis, 099 069701 5338 124850 Durchmusterung objects el:Σύρνα