Gladiolus emiliae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
iplants
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 71: 124 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789817
Common Names
- Emiliae Gladiolus
- Emiliae Sword Lily
- Emiliae Gladiola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus emiliae (also called 'African gladiolus', among many other common names) is a perennial plant with sword-shaped leaves and tall spikes of brightly coloured flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus emiliae 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 emiliae 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 emiliae can be propagated by division or corms. Corms should be planted in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Divide the corms in the fall and replant them in the spring. The plants should be spaced about 8 inches apart.
Where to Find Gladiolus emiliae
Gladiolus emiliae is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape Province.
Gladiolus emiliae FAQ
What are the common names of Gladiolus emiliae?
Common names of Gladiolus emiliae include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.
What is the native range of Gladiolus emiliae?
Gladiolus emiliae is native to Africa.
What is the growth habit of Gladiolus emiliae?
Gladiolus emiliae 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-328396: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.