Classification
 Nomenclature
Scientific Name:
Gladiolus cardinalis Curtis, Bot. Mag. 4, preceding p–Pl. 135 (1790)
 Biostatus
Exotic
 Bibliography
Curtis, W. 1790–1791: Botanical Magazine; or, Flower-Garden Displayed . Vol. 4. London.
Hobbs, J.; Hatch, T. 1994: Bulbs for New Zealand Gardens. Godwit Press, Auckland.