Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer or early autumn.
Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot, especially after flowering.
Also known as Abyssinian Gladiolus · Peacock Flower
Acidanthera (Gladiolus murielae) boasts fragrant, star-shaped white flowers with a deep maroon blotch, blooming in late summer to early autumn.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth; reduce as foliage dies back.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal growth between 15-24°C. Protect from frost; lift bulbs in colder climates.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer or early autumn.
Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot, especially after flowering.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage further blooms and prevent seed formation. After the plant has finished flowering and the foliage has yellowed and died back naturally, remove the dead leaves and stems.
This helps the plant conserve energy for the next season.
Gladiolus murielae is typically propagated from corms. Plant corms in spring about 10-15 cm deep in well-draining soil.
Corms will multiply over time, and offsets can be carefully separated and replanted during their dormant period (late autumn or early spring).
Gladiolus murielae are often grown as annuals or lifted annually for winter storage in colder climates. If growing in pots, repot every 2-3 years after the foliage has died back.
Use fresh, well-draining potting mix and plant the corms at the appropriate depth.
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Where Acidanthera (Gladiolus murielae) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Gladiolus murielae |
Similar in genus Gladiolus
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