Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
superba
ID:
769912

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 305 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769245



Common Names

  • Gloriosa Superba
  • Superb Gloriosa
  • Gloriosa Lily


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Description

Gloriosa superba (also called Gloriosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Colchicaceae. It is native to Brazil, and it is found in dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gloriosa superba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gloriosa superba has bright yellow flowers with red stripes and a long, twisted, yellow-tipped stigma. The seeds are dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gloriosa superba is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by dividing the tubers. The tubers should be planted in spring or early summer in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gloriosa superba

Gloriosa superba can be found in the Northern and Central Chile, and Argentina.

Gloriosa superba FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Gloriosa superba?

Gloriosa superba prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the ideal light for Gloriosa superba?

Gloriosa superba prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal soil for Gloriosa superba?

Gloriosa superba prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

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