Gladiolus murielae at wildfilmsindia botanical collection at Jabbarkhet in the western Himalaya

Gladiolus murielae, commonly known as the Abyssinian gladiolus or peacock orchid, is a corm‑bearing perennial native to eastern Africa. It features white, star‑shaped flowers with a striking maroon blotch in the center, and is highly prized for its delicate, fragrant scent that intensifies in the evening. This elegant plant, which also goes by the scientific name Acidanthera murielae, is grown in well‑drained soil in full sun and is often planted in groups or containers for maximum visual and aromatic impact.