Saturday, June 7, 2008

Wild Gladiolus


An erect stem bearing 5 to 15 dainty pink flowers make this wild gladiolus one of the most striking of spring flowering bulbs. Although not abundant locally, one to several plants may be found growing in open, sunny locations or in shady oak woodlands.

Scientific name: Gladiolus italicus
Italian common name: Gladiolo del Campi
English common name: Italian Gladiolus

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