March Pypie
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(Gladiolus brevifolius)
March Pypie (Gladiolus brevifolius)
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Jeremy Gilmore
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Photo by: Jeremy Gilmore | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Jeremy Gilmore | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-03-19T15:14:39-07:00 |
Summary
Gladiolus brevifolius, commonly known as March Pypie, is a perennial herb native to the winter rainfall region of the Western Cape in South Africa, particularly on sandy slopes and flats in fynbos and renosterveld ecosystems. It typically grows to a height and width of 1-4 feet (0.3-1.2 meters). The plant features sword-shaped leaves and produces spikes of funnel-shaped, pink to mauve flowers with a white throat, which bloom from late winter to early spring, providing a vibrant display.
March Pypie is appreciated for its striking flowers and is often used in borders, cutting gardens, and as a container plant. It is relatively easy to maintain, requiring minimal care once established. For optimal growth, it should be planted in well-drained soil and provided with full sun exposure. It can become drought-tolerant once established. It is also suitable for naturalizing in areas with a Mediterranean climate. Potential problems include thrips and fungal diseases such as rust and rot, which can be mitigated with proper care and spacing to ensure good air circulation.CC BY-SA 4.0
March Pypie is appreciated for its striking flowers and is often used in borders, cutting gardens, and as a container plant. It is relatively easy to maintain, requiring minimal care once established. For optimal growth, it should be planted in well-drained soil and provided with full sun exposure. It can become drought-tolerant once established. It is also suitable for naturalizing in areas with a Mediterranean climate. Potential problems include thrips and fungal diseases such as rust and rot, which can be mitigated with proper care and spacing to ensure good air circulation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-3.5 feet
- Width: 1-3.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink
- Flowering Season: Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to sandy slopes and flats in fynbos and renosterveld ecosystems within the Western Cape’s winter rainfall region of South Africa
Other Names
Common Names: Autumn Pipes
Scientific Names: Gladiolus brevifolius, Gladiolus brevifolius var. brevifolius, Gladiolus spilanthus, Antholyza brevifolia, Gladiolus amoenus, Gladiolus andrewsii, Gladiolus aphyllus, Gladiolus brevicollis, Gladiolus brevifolius var. minor
GBIF Accepted Name: Gladiolus brevifolius Jacq.