Gladiolus schweinfurthii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Goldblatt & M.P.de Vos
Source:
iplants
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 22: 425 (1989 publ. 1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790320
Common Names
- Gladiolus schweinfurthii
- Schweinfurth's Gladiolus
- Gladiolus
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Gladiolus schweinfurthii (also called the Schweinfurth's gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, linear, grey-green leaves and bears spikes of white, pink or mauve flowers. It is found in rocky grassland and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Gladiolus schweinfurthii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a low hedge or screen. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in dry areas. It has a long flowering period and can attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gladiolus schweinfurthii has small, white flowers with yellow markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gladiolus schweinfurthii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Gladiolus schweinfurthii
Gladiolus schweinfurthii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape Province.
Gladiolus schweinfurthii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gladiolus schweinfurthii?
Gladiolus schweinfurthii
What is the common name of Gladiolus schweinfurthii?
Schweinfurth's Gladiolus
What is the optimal soil pH for Gladiolus schweinfurthii?
6.5-7.5
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-328863: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Miriam Phoebe de Vos (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.de Vos' in the authors string.