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Gladiolus watsonius

Red Afrikaner
Also known as: Antholyza acuminata N.E.Br. +14 more
  • Antholyza acuminata N.E.Br.
  • Antholyza gawleri (Baker) L.Bolus
  • Antholyza watsonia (Thunb.) Pax
  • Antholyza watsonius (Thunb.) L.Bolus
  • Gladiolus gawleri (Baker) Klatt
  • Gladiolus praecox Andrews
  • Gladiolus watsonius var. maculosus M.P.de Vos & Goldblatt
  • Homoglossum acuminatum (N.E.Br.) N.E.Br.
  • Homoglossum flexicaule N.E.Br.
  • Homoglossum gawleri (L.Bolus) N.E.Br.
  • Homoglossum praecox (Andrews) Salisb.
  • Homoglossum revolutum var. gawleri Baker
  • Homoglossum watsonium (Thunb.) N.E.Br.
  • Watsonia praecox (Andrews) Pers.
  • Watsonia revoluta Pers.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Iridaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.

Gladiolus watsonius (commonly known as red Afrikaner) 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

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Western Australia

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