Gladiolus grandiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
iplants
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 2: t. 118 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789895
Common Names
- Gladiolus grandiflorus
- Large-flowered Gladiolus
- Large-flowered Sword Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus grandiflorus (also called 'Large-flowered gladiolus', among many other common names) is a perennial plant with sword-shaped leaves and tall spikes of brightly coloured flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus grandiflorus is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, fever, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus grandiflorus has white flowers with yellow throats and long, thin leaves. Its seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus grandiflorus is a perennial cormous plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by corms, cormels, or seed. Corms should be planted in early spring, and cormels can be planted in late summer. Seeds should be sown in spring.
Where to Find Gladiolus grandiflorus
Gladiolus grandiflorus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.
Gladiolus grandiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus grandiflorus?
Gladiolus grandiflorus
What is the common name of Gladiolus grandiflorus?
Gladiolus grandiflorus
Where is Gladiolus grandiflorus native to?
South Africa
Species in the Gladiolus genus
Gladiolus abbreviatus, Gladiolus abyssinicus, Gladiolus actinomorphanthus, Gladiolus acuminatus, Gladiolus aequinoctialis, Gladiolus alatus, Gladiolus albens, Gladiolus amplifolius, Gladiolus anatolicus, Gladiolus andringitrae, Gladiolus angustus, Gladiolus antakiensis, Gladiolus antandroyi, Gladiolus appendiculatus, Gladiolus aquamontanus, Gladiolus arcuatus, Gladiolus atropictus, Gladiolus atropurpureus, Gladiolus atroviolaceus, Gladiolus aurantiacus, Gladiolus aureus, Gladiolus balensis, Gladiolus baumii, Gladiolus bellus, Gladiolus benguellensis, Gladiolus bilineatus, Gladiolus blommesteinii, Gladiolus bojeri, Gladiolus bonaespei, Gladiolus boranensis, Gladiolus brachyphyllus, Gladiolus brevifolius, Gladiolus brevitubus, Gladiolus buckerveldii, Gladiolus bullatus, Gladiolus byzantinus, Gladiolus caeruleus, Gladiolus calcaratus, Gladiolus calcicola, Gladiolus canaliculatus, Gladiolus candidus, Gladiolus cardinalis, Gladiolus carinatus, Gladiolus carmineus, Gladiolus carneus, Gladiolus caryophyllaceus, Gladiolus cataractarum, Gladiolus caucasicus, Gladiolus ceresianus, Gladiolus chelamontanus,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-328468: Based on the initial data import
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.