Gladiolus attilae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kit Tan, B.Mathew & A.Baytop
Source:
iplants
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytol. Balcan. 12: 71 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808731
Common Names
- Gladiolus attilae
- Attila's Gladiolus
- Attila's Sword Lily
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Gladiolus attilae (also called Attila's Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to India and is found in dry, rocky habitats. This species has a small, tuberous root system and a single, erect stem. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or yellowish in color.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus attilae is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gladiolus attilae is white in color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus attilae is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position and can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Gladiolus attilae
Gladiolus attilae is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the Bale Mountains.
Gladiolus attilae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus attilae?
Gladiolus attilae
What is the family of Gladiolus attilae?
Iridaceae
What is the habitat of Gladiolus attilae?
Grassy slopes and meadows
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-346971: Based on the initial data import
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.
Brian Mathew (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Mathew' in the authors string.
Asuman Baytop (1920-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Baytop' in the authors string.