Gladiolus In Tropical Africa
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Author | : Peter Goldblatt |
Publisher | : Timber Press (OR) |
Total Pages | : 348 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Gardening |
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A comprehensive account of the 82 species-one-third of the entire genus-that occur in tropical Africa. Twenty-six have been named & introduced to science by the author as a result of more than five years of field & laboratory research.
Author | : Peter Goldblatt |
Publisher | : Timber Press |
Total Pages | : 292 |
Release | : 2008-01-01 |
Genre | : Gardening |
ISBN | : 0881928976 |
Irises and their relatives are lily-like plants related to the orchid and narcissus families, with whom they share a propensity for large, brightly colored, attractive flowers. Many have longlasting flowersÑIris, Gladiolus, and Freesia are among the most important cut-flower crops in the world. The intricate flowers of the iris family are finely adapted for pollination by a variety of animals, including hummingbirds, sunbirds, beetles, butterflies, moths, wasps, and bees. This intimate connection between flower form and pollination biology reveals how the marvelous range of flower colors, shapes, and scents are vital to the lives of the species. The diversity of Iridaceae is illustrated in more than 200 superb photographs supplemented by expert line drawings. A lifetime of work by the world's expert on Iridaceae is distilled in this definitive account. Botanists, ecologists, naturalists, and gardeners will find this an essential reference.
Author | : Peter Goldblatt |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 1996-06-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9789061913726 |
Part of a series of volumes on the flora of tropical East Africa, this text covers the Iridaceae family.
Author | : Matthew Crawford |
Publisher | : Theclassics.Us |
Total Pages | : 20 |
Release | : 2013-09 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781230415109 |
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1911 edition. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER I. Garden History of the Gladiolus. The gladiolus is horticulturally the most important member of the Iridacae or great Iris family and has long been the most popular of all summerflowering bulbous plants, ranking in general usefulness even such prime favorites as the dahlia, the canna and the lily. Almost one hundred and fifty species have been from time to time described by botanists, but only a fraction of the number has thus far proved of value in breeding and development work. Fourteen or more species are natives of Southern Europe and Western Asia, but these have always been of minor importance as garden plants. The headquarters of the genus is South Africa, centering in Cape Colony and Natal, though there have been recent finds of value on the mountains of tropical Africa and in Madagascar. The European and Asiatic species run to purple and lilac in coloring, though white varieties occur in cultivation. Flowers and plants are rather small, rendering them most useful for pot or frame culture and for naturalizing in protected borders where the deeply planted corms can be kept from the effects of frost. The most attractive of these northern kinds are G. crispiflorus, G. atroviolaceus, G. Byzantinus and G. communis. The latter has been offered in this country as the "hardy" gladiolus, but it will not endure severe freezing. These species hybridize together when opportunity presents, but do not readily interbreed with the African kinds and have rarely developed garden forms superior to the respective wild types. The blooming time is early spring. Another series of early-blooming, small-flowered species is represented by G. blandus, flesh colored, G. Watsonius, scarlet, G. alatus, yellow and red, and G. tristis, pale yellow, ...
Author | : Peter Goldblatt |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 474 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Nature |
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Author | : Rod Saunders |
Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
Total Pages | : 984 |
Release | : 2021-08-13 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 1775847624 |
The genus Gladiolus has fascinated plant collectors, taxonomists and the general public for centuries. Known for their spectacular flowers, these highly adapted and specialised plants occur throughout Africa, Madagascar, Europe and the Middle East. South Africa is home to more than half of the world’s Gladiolus species and the Western Cape is the heart of species diversity. Saunders’ Field Guide to Gladioli of South Africa is the first of its kind to offer a complete photographic record of the 166 species that occur in the region. Posthumously completed, this book is the culmination of the Saunders’ long search to find and photograph every known species of Gladiolus in South Africa. It includes: An introduction comprising a brief history of gladioli, information about the morphology and taxonomy of the genus, and guidelines for use in the field. Detailed descriptions of the main floral parts of each species, along with information about ecology, pollinators, similar species and conservation status; field notes were written by Rachel Saunders. Over 1,000 exquisite photographs taken in situ detailing morphology and habitat. Up-to-date distribution maps indicating where species have been recorded. A glossary of terms with illustrations unpacking difficult terminology. A coveted record of the life’s work of a couple who contributed to botany and horticulture in South Africa; it will be treasured by anyone with an interest in these magnificent flowers. Sales points: Accessible coverage of all known gladioli in South Africa; identification at a glance; full-colour photographs of all species described; expert authors.
Author | : Harshita Joshi |
Publisher | : AGRIHORTICO |
Total Pages | : 22 |
Release | : 2019-03-28 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : |
Gladiolus, also known as Sword Lily has derived its name from a Latin word “Gladioli” which means sword as the leaves of the plant resemble to that of a sword. Attractive and long spikes with bright, huge and colorful flowers in various sizes in addition to long keeping quality are some of the characteristics which make it as one of the most demanding and revenue fetching commercial crop. It is an ideal cut flower crop which can be grown easily and is valued for its use in floral arrangements.This small book on "Gladiolus" explains in detail the growing practices, disease-pest management, harvesting and marketing practices for gladiolus.
Author | : John Manning |
Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
Total Pages | : 1628 |
Release | : 2019-01-01 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 177584675X |
This fully updated edition of Field Guide to Wild Flowers of South Africa covers more than 1,100 species of flora, focusing on the most common, conspicuous and ‘showy’ plants around the region. An informative introduction discusses plant diversity, vegetation types, and includes a key to identifying plant groups. The species descriptions follow and each is accompanied by: a vivid photograph; a distribution map showing range, and an indication of the plant’s flowering season. This invaluable, up-to-date guide provides the tools and information needed to identify flowering plants across South Africa. Written by an expert in the field; fully updated edition; facilitates identification of wild flowers around South Africa; glorious full-colour photographs of each species; key to plant families for easy ID.
Author | : Susanne Vetter |
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Release | : 1994 |
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Author | : Alvin Casey Beal |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 380 |
Release | : 1916 |
Genre | : Gardening |
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