Gladiolus richardsiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Gladiolus Trop. Afr. : 253 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790272
Common Names
- Gladiolus richardsiae
- Richards' Gladiolus
- Gladiolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gladiolus richardsiae (also called Richards' gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus richardsiae 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 richardsiae has large, showy flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus richardsiae 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 richardsiae
Gladiolus richardsiae can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Gladiolus richardsiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus richardsiae?
Gladiolus richardsiae
What is the common name of Gladiolus richardsiae?
Richardsiae Gladiolus
What is the natural habitat of Gladiolus richardsiae?
It is native to South Africa and grows in grassy areas 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-328818: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.