Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
invenustus
ID:
790622

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.J.Lewis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. , Suppl. 10: 65 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789955



Common Names

  • Gladiolus invenustus
  • Invenustus Gladiolus
  • Garden Gladiolus


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus invenustus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus invenustus has a flower that is white, pink, or purple in color and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are long and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus invenustus can be propagated from corms or seed. Corms should be planted in the spring, in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The corms should be planted 4-6 inches deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Gladiolus invenustus

Gladiolus invenustus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.

Gladiolus invenustus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus invenustus?

Gladiolus invenustus

What type of plant is Gladiolus invenustus?

Perennial

Where does Gladiolus invenustus 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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