Gladiolus diluvialis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41: 324 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334031
Common Names
- Gladiolus
- Diluvialis Star
- Flood Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus diluvialis (also called Diluvial Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It has a single, erect stem and produces white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus diluvialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gladiolus diluvialis is white with yellow spots, and the seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus diluvialis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the corms in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Gladiolus diluvialis
Gladiolus diluvialis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Gladiolus diluvialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus diluvialis?
Gladiolus diluvialis
What is the common name of Gladiolus diluvialis?
Flooded Gladiolus
Where is Gladiolus diluvialis found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
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
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77122040-1: Based on the initial data import