Gladiolus carmineus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.H.Wright
Source:
iplants
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 132: t. 8068 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789714
Common Names
- Carmineus Gladiolus
- Crimson Gladiolus
- Scarlet Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus carmineus (also called 'Carmine gladiolus', among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands, and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus carmineus 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 carmineus has a deep red flower with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus carmineus is a herbaceous perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Gladiolus carmineus
Gladiolus carmineus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.
Gladiolus carmineus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus carmineus?
Gladiolus carmineus
What type of plant is Gladiolus carmineus?
Herb
Where is Gladiolus carmineus native to?
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-328302: Based on the initial data import
Charles Henry Wright (1864-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Wright' in the authors string.