Gladiolus italicus
About
Gladiolus italicus is a species of gladiolus known by the common names Italian gladiolus, field gladiolus, and common sword-lily. It is native to much of Eurasia and North Africa, but it is well known on other continents where it is a common weed, particularly of cultivated fields and waste places. This perennial flower grows an erect stem approaching a meter in maximum height with a few long leaves around its base. Toward the top half of the generally unbranching stem is a spike inflorescence on which flowers appear at intervals. Each plant has up to 15 or 16 flowers. The flower is bright pink to magenta and several centimeters long with its stamens and style protruding from the throat. The fruit is a capsule about a centimeter long containing many seeds.
- Family
- Iridaceae
How to use it
The Italian gladiolus can be appreciated for its ornamental value in gardens, adding vibrant color and attracting pollinators. Its presence in wildflower meadows can also support local ecosystems by providing habitat and food for various insects.
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Gardening tip
If you're planting Italian gladiolus, make sure to give it enough space to grow, as it can reach nearly a meter tall. Plant the corms about 10-15 cm deep in well-drained soil for the best results.
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In the kitchen
The Italian gladiolus is not eaten by humans. While it is a beautiful flower, it is best admired in gardens or wild areas rather than on your plate.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Gladiolus italicus
- Slug
- gladiolus-italicus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Genus
- Gladiolus
- Species
- italicus
- Wikidata QID
- Q2272100
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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