Gladiolus curtifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Marais
Source:
iplants
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 28: 313 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789763
Common Names
- Curtifolius Gladiolus
- Curtifolius Sword Lily
- Curtifolius Gladiola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus curtifolius (also called the Short-Leaved Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant in the genus Gladiolus, in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a single, bright yellow flower with a deep purple centre, and long, narrow, grass-like leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus curtifolius is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as cut flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus curtifolius has a bright pink 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 curtifolius 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 curtifolius
Gladiolus curtifolius can be found in South Africa.
Gladiolus curtifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus curtifolius?
Gladiolus curtifolius
What are the common names of Gladiolus curtifolius?
Short-leaved gladiolus
What is the native range of Gladiolus curtifolius?
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-328347: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Marais (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marais' in the authors string.