Gladiolus benguellensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
iplants
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 268 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789640
Common Names
- Gladiolus benguellensis
- Benguela Gladiolus
- Benguellensis Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus benguellensis (also called the Benguela gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Angola. It has narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus benguellensis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in dried flower arrangements and as cut flowers. The plant is known for its showy, brightly colored flowers and its long, sword-shaped leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gladiolus benguellensis is white and has six petals. The seeds of Gladiolus benguellensis are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings of Gladiolus benguellensis are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus benguellensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Gladiolus benguellensis
Gladiolus benguellensis can be found in Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Gladiolus benguellensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus benguellensis?
Gladiolus benguellensis
What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus benguellensis?
Gladiolus benguellensis is native to Angola.
What is the optimal soil type for Gladiolus benguellensis?
Gladiolus benguellensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
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-328235: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.