Description
Gladiolus isolatus (also called 'Isolated Gladiolus', among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It has long, pointed leaves and tall spikes of white or pink flowers. It grows in sunny, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus isolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its flowers are used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Gladiolus isolatus flower is white and bell-shaped, with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.