Cruentus Gladiolus (Gladiolus cruentus)

Family: Iridaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Gladiolus cruentus is a CORM growing to 0.9 m (3ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Flowers - raw or cooked. Added to salads or used as a boiled vegetable. — Flowers - raw or cooked.; Added to salads or used as a boiled vegetable.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)