Abyssinian gladiolus acidanthera, commonly known as the Abyssinian gladiolus, is a species of flowering plant in the iris family, Iridaceae. It is native to tropical and southern Africa, and has been naturalized in many other parts of the world. The plant produces showy, sword-shaped leaves and tall, slender stems bearing clusters of funnel-shaped flowers. The flowers are typically white, pink, or purple, and have a sweet fragrance.

Abyssinian gladiolus acidanthera is a popular ornamental plant, and is often grown in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in floral arrangements, and the flowers are sometimes used in traditional African medicine. The plant is relatively easy to grow, and can be propagated by seed or by division of the corms.