Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decoratus
ID:
790453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
iplants

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 14: 333 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789786

Common Names

  • Decoratus Gladiolus
  • Decoratus Sword Lily
  • Decoratus Gladiola

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Description

Gladiolus decoratus (also called decorated gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is a bulbous perennial that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus decoratus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used in dried flower arrangements. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus decoratus has bright yellow flowers with white markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus decoratus 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 decoratus

Gladiolus decoratus can be found in South Africa.

Gladiolus decoratus FAQ

What are the common names of Gladiolus decoratus?

Common names of Gladiolus decoratus include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.

What is the native range of Gladiolus decoratus?

Gladiolus decoratus is native to Africa.

What is the growth habit of Gladiolus decoratus?

Gladiolus decoratus is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height.

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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