Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
puberulus
ID:
790884

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vaupel

Source:
iplants

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 539 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790217



Common Names

  • Gladiolus puberulus
  • Puberulus Gladiolus
  • Slightly Hairy Gladiolus


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Description

Gladiolus puberulus (also called Pubescent gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the eastern and southern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in grassland, scrub, and fynbos.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus puberulus 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

Gladiolus puberulus has white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus puberulus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Gladiolus puberulus

Gladiolus puberulus can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Gladiolus puberulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus puberulus?

Gladiolus puberulus

What is the common name of Gladiolus puberulus?

Downy Gladiolus

What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus puberulus?

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,

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