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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
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Goodyera oblongifolia
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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
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Goodyera for your garden
aka Epipactis pubescens, Neottia pubescens, Orchiodes pubescens, Peramium pubescens, Adder's Violet, Downy Rattlesnake-Plantain, Eastern Rattlesnake Orchid, Hairy Goodyera, Species Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-14"
Width: 9"-12"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Gonogona discolor, Goodyera discolor, Haemaria discolor, Orchiodes discolor, Jewel Orchid, Species Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-24"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
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