Gladiolus menitskyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gabrieljan
Source:
iplants
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bocconea 13: 454 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790072
Common Names
- Gladiolus menitskyi
- Menitskyi Gladiolus
- Menitskyi's Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus menitskyi (also called Menitsky's gladiolus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the eastern and southern Cape Provinces of South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in grassland, scrub, and fynbos.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus menitskyi is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy yellow 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 menitskyi 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 menitskyi is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist soils. It can be propagated from seed or corms. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Corms should be planted in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a sunny location.
Where to Find Gladiolus menitskyi
Gladiolus menitskyi can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Gladiolus menitskyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus menitskyi?
Gladiolus menitskyi
What type of plant is Gladiolus menitskyi?
Herb
Where is Gladiolus menitskyi 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-328630: Based on the initial data import
Elenora Tzolakovna Gabrieljan (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gabrieljan' in the authors string.