Gladiolus teretifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & M.P.de Vos
Source:
iplants
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 422 (1989 publ. 1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790420
Common Names
- Gladiolus Teretifolius
- Teretifolius Gladiolus
- Rounded-leaved Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus teretifolius (also called African gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves and produces spikes of white or pink flowers. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus teretifolius is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus teretifolius has a large, star-shaped flower with 6 petals that can be white, yellow, or pink in color. The seed is a small, black, glossy, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and grass-like with a single, long, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus teretifolius is a hardy perennial that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until they have established.
Where to Find Gladiolus teretifolius
Gladiolus teretifolius is native to South Africa.
Gladiolus teretifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus teretifolius?
Gladiolus teretifolius
What is the common name of Gladiolus teretifolius?
Terete-leaved Gladiolus
What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus teretifolius?
It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands 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-328956: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Miriam Phoebe de Vos (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.de Vos' in the authors string.