Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meliusculus
ID:
790736

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.J.Lewis) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
iplants

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Gladiolus S. Afr. : 232 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790069



Common Names

  • Gladiolus meliusculus
  • Meliusculus Gladiolus
  • Meliusculus's Gladiolus


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Description

Gladiolus meliusculus (also called 'Smaller 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 meliusculus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy orange flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife. It can also be used as a ground cover or in borders and hedges.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus meliusculus has flowers that are white or pink with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus meliusculus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist soils. It can be propagated from seed or corms. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Corms should be planted in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Gladiolus meliusculus

Gladiolus meliusculus can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Gladiolus meliusculus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus meliusculus?

Gladiolus meliusculus

What type of plant is Gladiolus meliusculus?

Herb

Where is Gladiolus meliusculus native to?

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-328628: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Gwendoline Joyce Lewis (1909-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Lewis' in the authors string.