Gladiolus halophilus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 13: 14 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789909
Common Names
- Gladiolus halophilus
- Halophilus Gladiolus
- Halophilus's Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus halophilus (also called salt-loving 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 halophilus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus halophilus has white flowers with yellow throats and long, thin leaves. Its seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus halophilus can be cultivated in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by division of the corms in the spring or by seed sowing.
Where to Find Gladiolus halophilus
Gladiolus halophilus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.
Gladiolus halophilus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus halophilus?
Gladiolus halophilus
What type of plant is Gladiolus halophilus?
Perennial
Where does Gladiolus halophilus grow?
Southern Africa
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-328480: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.