Gladiolus pauciflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker ex Oliv.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 2: 350 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790173
Common Names
- Gladiolus pauciflorus
- Pauciflorus Gladiolus
- Few-flowered Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus pauciflorus (also called Few-flowered Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, where it grows in grassland and fynbos habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces spikes of white to pale pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus pauciflorus is a popular garden plant that is often grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a cut flower and is often used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus pauciflorus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus pauciflorus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by division of the corms in early spring or by seed. The corms should be planted at a depth of about 5 cm (2 inches) and spaced about 15 cm (6 inches) apart.
Where to Find Gladiolus pauciflorus
Gladiolus pauciflorus 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 pauciflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus pauciflorus?
Gladiolus pauciflorus
What is the common name of Gladiolus pauciflorus?
Few-flowered Gladiolus
What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus pauciflorus?
Grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides
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-328726: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.