Gladiolus speciosus
Also known as: Gladiolus alatus var. speciosus (Thunb.) G.J.Lewis +1 more
- Gladiolus alatus var. speciosus (Thunb.) G.J.Lewis
- Hebea speciosa (Thunb.) Steud.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Gladiolus speciosus is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. Originating in Africa, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is part of the broad Gladiolus genus, encompassing over 250 species globally.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces