Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bilineatus
ID:
790314

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.J.Lewis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. , Suppl. 10: 268 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789647

Common Names

  • Gladiolus bilineatus
  • Two-lined Gladiolus
  • Bilineatus Gladiolus

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Description

Gladiolus bilineatus (also called the two-lined gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus bilineatus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in dried flower arrangements and as cut flowers. The plant is known for its showy, brightly colored flowers and its long, sword-shaped leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus bilineatus has white, trumpet-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus bilineatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Gladiolus bilineatus

Gladiolus bilineatus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Gladiolus bilineatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus bilineatus?

Gladiolus bilineatus

What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus bilineatus?

Gladiolus bilineatus is native to South Africa.

What is the optimal soil type for Gladiolus bilineatus?

Gladiolus bilineatus prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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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