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Goodyera oblongifolia

Also Known As

  • Goodyera decipiens
  • Goodyera menziesii
  • Orchiodes decipiens
  • Peramium decipiens
  • Peramium menziesii
  • Giant Rattlesnake Plantain
  • Oblong Leaf Goodyera

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-9"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Goodyera oblongifolia plant details

Goodyera oblongifolia is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer green and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Goodyera oblongifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: green and pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Goodyera oblongifolia

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Goodyera oblongifolia plant

How to Grow Goodyera oblongifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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