Gladiolus quartinianus
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Basic Information
Family: Iridaceae
Genus: gladiolus
Plant ID (slug): gladiolus-quartinianus
Numeric ID: 26005
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gladiolus quartinianus is a CORM growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Africa.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Corm - roasted[46, 61, 105].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gladiolus quartinianus