Gladiolus elliotii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
iplants
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 29: 70 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789813
Common Names
- Elliotii Gladiolus
- Elliotii Sword Lily
- Elliotii Gladiola
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Gladiolus elliotii (also called Elliot'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 elliotii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used in dried flower arrangements. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus elliotii 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 elliotii 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 elliotii
Gladiolus elliotii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape Province.
Gladiolus elliotii FAQ
What are the common names of Gladiolus elliotii?
Common names of Gladiolus elliotii include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.
What is the native range of Gladiolus elliotii?
Gladiolus elliotii is native to Africa.
What is the growth habit of Gladiolus elliotii?
Gladiolus elliotii 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-328392: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.