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Dragon's-head Lily

Gladiolus dalenii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Asparagales ›Family: Iridaceae ›Genus: Gladiolus

About

Gladiolus dalenii is one of the most widely distributed species of gladiolus, ranging from eastern South Africa and Madagascar throughout tropical Africa and into western Arabia. It is the main parental species of the large flowering grandiflora hybrids. This species is also unusual in its genus in including diploid, tetraploid and hexaploid races. The hybrids produced from it are often tetraploids.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dragon's-head Lily?
The scientific name of Dragon's-head Lily is Gladiolus dalenii.
What is the conservation status of Dragon's-head Lily?
The Dragon's-head Lily has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the order Asparagales.
What family does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the family Iridaceae.
What genus does Dragon's-head Lily belong to?
Dragon's-head Lily belongs to the genus Gladiolus.