Cornflag
Gladiolus dalenii
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Basic Information
Family: Iridaceae
Genus: gladiolus
Plant ID (slug): gladiolus-dalenii
Numeric ID: 24360
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gladiolus dalenii is a CORM growing to 1.5 m (5ft). It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. Africa.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Flowers Nectar Edible Uses: Flowers - raw or cooked. The anthers are removed and the flowers are added to salads or used as a boiled vegetable[183]. Children suck the flowers for their copious quantities of nectar[183].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gladiolus dalenii Cornflag