Gladiolus dzavakheticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eristavi
Source:
iplants
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 34: 38 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789805
Common Names
- Dzavakheticus Gladiolus
- Dzavakheticus Sword Lily
- Dzavakheticus Gladiola
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Gladiolus dzavakheticus (also called Dzavakhet gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Georgia. It is a bulbous perennial that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus dzavakheticus 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 dzavakheticus 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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Gladiolus dzavakheticus 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 dzavakheticus
Gladiolus dzavakheticus is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in parts of Georgia and Azerbaijan.
Gladiolus dzavakheticus FAQ
What are the common names of Gladiolus dzavakheticus?
Common names of Gladiolus dzavakheticus include African gladiolus, African sword lily, and wild gladiolus.
What is the native range of Gladiolus dzavakheticus?
Gladiolus dzavakheticus is native to Africa.
What is the growth habit of Gladiolus dzavakheticus?
Gladiolus dzavakheticus 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-328385: Based on the initial data import
M.I. Eristavi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eristavi' in the authors string.