Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
790902

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.A.Duvign. & Van Bockstal ex Còrdova

Source:
iplants

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 60: 328 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790235

Common Names

  • Gladiolus pungens
  • Pungens Gladiolus
  • Sharp-pointed Gladiolus

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Description

Gladiolus pungens (also called sharp-flowered gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with bright yellow flowers with sharp pointed petals. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus pungens is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish. The leaves are also edible and can be cooked and eaten.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus pungens has bright yellow flowers with orange-red markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus pungens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the corms in the spring. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month.

Where to Find Gladiolus pungens

Gladiolus pungens can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Gladiolus pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus pungens?

Gladiolus pungens

What is the common name of Gladiolus pungens?

Sharp-pointed Gladiolus

What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus pungens?

It is found in South Africa, in grassland and rocky slopes.

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-328784: Based on the initial data import
Paul Auguste Duvigneaud (1913-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Duvign.' in the authors string.
Liliane Van Bockstal (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Bockstal' in the authors string.
S. Còrdova Ponce: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Còrdova' in the authors string.