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Eastern Gladiolus (Gladiolus communis)

Eastern Gladiolus (Gladiolus communis) is a wild gladiolus species native to the Mediterranean region, featuring spikes of pinkish-purple flowers.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light Requirements

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering Needs

Moderate

Keep soil moist during growth, reduce when dormant.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature Preferences

Moderate

Grows best in temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season; requires a cool dormant period.

Fertilizer Needs

Moderate

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growth, reduce before dormancy.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

30-60 cm

Spread

10-15 cm

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Gladiolus collinus Salisb.
Gladiolus gussonei Lojac.
Gladiolus lannesii Jord.
Gladiolus notarisii Parl.
Gladiolus numidicus Jord.
Gladiolus reuteri Boiss.
Gladiolus tineoi Lojac.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyIridaceae
  • genusGladiolus
  • speciesGladiolus communis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

All parts, especially the corms, are toxic if ingested, causing gastrointestinal upset and irritation.

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