Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
790587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Collectanea 4: 161 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789920



Common Names

  • Gladiolus hirsutus
  • Hirsutus Gladiolus
  • Hirsutus's Gladiolus


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Description

Gladiolus hirsutus (also called 'African Gladiolus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to South Africa and Lesotho, and grows in grassland and rocky areas. It is a perennial herb with a corm, and has linear leaves and purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus hirsutus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in cut flower arrangements. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gladiolus hirsutus flower is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus hirsutus 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 hirsutus

Gladiolus hirsutus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.

Gladiolus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus hirsutus?

Gladiolus hirsutus

What type of plant is Gladiolus hirsutus?

Perennial

Where does Gladiolus hirsutus 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,

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