Photo by Cactus Jungle
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Macodes petola
Also Known As
- Anoectochilus petola
- Macodes argyroneura
- Macodes javanica
- Macodes robusta
- Spiranthes petola
- Jewel Orchid
- Petiole Macodes
- Species Orchid
Plant type
perennial, orchid
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 6"-9"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Macodes petola plant details
Macodes petola is a broadleaf evergreen perennial orchid with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In spring green and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and occasional water. Does well in average and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Macodes petola
- Plant type: perennial orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and variegated
- Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: green and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Macodes petola
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and gritty
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Terrestrial orchid with small white flowers, sparkling variegated leaves, shade-tolerant.
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Macodes petola
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade - shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- white
- green
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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