Gladiolus leonensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Marais
Source:
iplants
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 28: 315 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789998
Common Names
- Gladiolus leonensis
- Leonensis Gladiolus
- Garden Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus leonensis (also called Leon's Gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with sword-shaped leaves and tall spikes of yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus leonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gladiolus leonensis is yellow with a white throat. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus leonensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Gladiolus leonensis
Gladiolus leonensis is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Gladiolus leonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus leonensis?
Gladiolus leonensis
What is the common name of Gladiolus leonensis?
Leon Gladiolus
What type of plant is Gladiolus leonensis?
Bulb
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-328564: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Marais (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marais' in the authors string.