Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pavonia
ID:
790842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
iplants

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 174 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790175

Common Names

  • Gladiolus pavonia
  • Pavonia Gladiolus
  • Pavonia Gladiolus

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Description

Gladiolus pavonia (also called Peacock Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, where it grows in grassland and fynbos habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces spikes of white to pale pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus pavonia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy yellow flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife. It can also be used as a ground cover or in borders and hedges.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus pavonia has a flower that is white, pink, or purple in color and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are long and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus pavonia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by division of the corms in early spring or by seed. The corms should be planted at a depth of about 5 cm (2 inches) and spaced about 15 cm (6 inches) apart.

Where to Find Gladiolus pavonia

Gladiolus pavonia is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.

Gladiolus pavonia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus pavonia?

Gladiolus pavonia

What is the common name of Gladiolus pavonia?

Pavonia Gladiolus

What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus pavonia?

Grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides

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-328728: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.