Calanthe discolor

Also Known As

Discolor Hardy Calanthe Orchid

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, orchid

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

6b-9b

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Calanthe discolor plant details

Calanthe discolor is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber or orchid with green foliage. In spring burgundy and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 Calanthe discolor

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, pleated leaves, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calanthe discolor

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Calanthe discolor is a very durable, cold-hardy orchid species from Japan with showy 10 inch spikes of burgundy and white bicoloured flowers in May. The burgundy can vary between cool and warm burgundies. The attractive foliage is heavily pleated and semi-evergreen. These seven year old plants are blooming-size, virus-free and were derived from flasked seedlings. Calanthe are hardy terrestrial orchids for classic shade garden conditions. They are relatively easy to grow in rich, well-drained soils in part shade.