Gladiolus stellatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.J.Lewis
Source:
iplants
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 119: 295 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790372
Common Names
- Gladiolus Stellatus
- Star Gladiolus
- Star-shaped Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus stellatus (also called the star gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, linear, grey-green leaves and bears spikes of white, pink or mauve flowers. It is found in rocky grassland and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus stellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in cut flower arrangements. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus stellatus has small, white flowers with yellow markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus stellatus 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 stellatus
Gladiolus stellatus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky hillsides. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Gladiolus stellatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus stellatus?
Gladiolus stellatus
What is the common name of Gladiolus stellatus?
Star Gladiolus
What is the optimal soil pH for Gladiolus stellatus?
6.5-7.5
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-328911: Based on the initial data import
Gwendoline Joyce Lewis (1909-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Lewis' in the authors string.