Gladiolus ecklonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lehm.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 6: 107 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789806
Common Names
- Ecklonii Gladiolus
- Ecklonii Sword Lily
- Ecklonii Gladiola
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Gladiolus ecklonii (also called Ecklon's 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 ecklonii 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 ecklonii 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 ecklonii is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seeds or corms. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept under partial shade. Corms should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Gladiolus ecklonii
Gladiolus ecklonii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Gladiolus ecklonii FAQ
What are the common names of Gladiolus ecklonii?
Common names of Gladiolus ecklonii include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.
What is the native range of Gladiolus ecklonii?
Gladiolus ecklonii is native to Africa.
What is the growth habit of Gladiolus ecklonii?
Gladiolus ecklonii 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-328386: Based on the initial data import
Johann Georg Christian Lehmann (1792-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lehm.' in the authors string.