Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
priorii
ID:
790875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Goldblatt & M.P.de Vos

Source:
iplants

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 421 (1989 publ. 1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790208

Common Names

  • Gladiolus priorii
  • Priorii Gladiolus
  • Prior's Gladiolus

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Description

Gladiolus priorii (also called Prior's gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the eastern and southern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in grassland, scrub, and fynbos.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus priorii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in cut flower arrangements. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus priorii has white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus priorii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Gladiolus priorii

Gladiolus priorii can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Gladiolus priorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus priorii?

Gladiolus priorii

What is the common name of Gladiolus priorii?

Prior's Gladiolus

What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus priorii?

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-328759: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Miriam Phoebe de Vos (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.de Vos' in the authors string.