Gladiolus caeruleus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
iplants
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 179 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789696
Common Names
- Blue Gladiolus
- Blue Sword Lily
- Blue Glad
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus caeruleus (also called 'Blue gladiolus', among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands, and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus caeruleus 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 caeruleus has bright pink flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are about 5 cm tall with narrow, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus caeruleus is a bulbous perennial plant that can be cultivated in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by division of the corms in spring or by seed.
Where to Find Gladiolus caeruleus
Gladiolus caeruleus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.
Gladiolus caeruleus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus caeruleus?
Gladiolus caeruleus
What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus caeruleus?
Gladiolus caeruleus is native to South Africa.
What is the optimal soil type for Gladiolus caeruleus?
Gladiolus caeruleus 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-328287: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.