Gladiolus dichrous - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bullock) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 426 (1989 publ. 1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789794
Common Names
- Dichrous Gladiolus
- Dichrous Sword Lily
- Dichrous Gladiola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus dichrous (also called two-colored gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is a bulbous perennial that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus dichrous is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used in dried flower arrangements. The leaves and flowers of this plant can be used to make a tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus dichrous has bright yellow flowers with white markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus dichrous 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 dichrous
Gladiolus dichrous can be found in South Africa.
Gladiolus dichrous FAQ
What are the common names of Gladiolus dichrous?
Common names of Gladiolus dichrous include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.
What is the native range of Gladiolus dichrous?
Gladiolus dichrous is native to Africa.
What is the growth habit of Gladiolus dichrous?
Gladiolus dichrous is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height.
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-328375: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.