Also known as Gladiolus · Greek Gladiolus
Wild Gladiolus (Gladiolus illyricus) is an elegant European wildflower with striking magenta-purple flowers, reaching up to 60 cm in height.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during growth; reduce significantly after flowering.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers mild to warm temperatures during the growing season; hardy to moderate frost.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring; avoid over-fertilizing to promote blooms.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly after flowering as the foliage begins to die back.
Ensure good drainage to prevent corm rot, especially during dormancy. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Remove spent flower spikes as they fade to prevent seed formation and encourage corm development. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering; do not cut it back until it has yellowed and withered completely.
This allows the plant to store energy in the corms.
Propagate primarily through corm division during the dormant season (late summer to early autumn). Separate healthy corms carefully, ensuring each has at least one bud.
Replant immediately or store in a cool, dry place until planting time in autumn.
Gladiolus illyricus does not typically require frequent repotting. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years during the dormant period. Use well-draining soil and ensure adequate space for corm development.
Plant corms at the recommended depth.
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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 illyricus |
Similar in genus Gladiolus
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