Gladiolus maculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sweet
Source:
iplants
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 397 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790047
Common Names
- Gladiolus maculatus
- Maculatus Gladiolus
- Maculatus's Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus maculatus (also called Spotted 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 maculatus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy spotted flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife. It can also be used as a ground cover or in borders and hedges.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus maculatus has flowers that are white or pink with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus maculatus can be propagated from corms or seed. Corms should be planted in the spring, in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The corms should be planted 4-6 inches deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Gladiolus maculatus
Gladiolus maculatus can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Gladiolus maculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus maculatus?
Gladiolus maculatus
What type of plant is Gladiolus maculatus?
Herb
Where is Gladiolus maculatus native to?
Africa
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-328608: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.