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Calanthe aristulifera
Also Known As
- Hardy Calanthe Orchid
Plant type
bulb / corm / tuber, orchid
size
- H: 15"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Calanthe aristulifera plant details
Calanthe aristulifera is a broadleaf evergreen bulb / corm / tuber or orchid with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Calanthe aristulifera
- Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber or orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 15 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, pleated leaves, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Calanthe aristulifera
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Calanthe aristulifera
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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See other plant types of Calanthe for your garden
aka Christmas Orchid, Thrice Folded Calanthe, White Crane Orchid
Plant Type
Orchid
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- bright shade - shade
- regular
aka Hardy Calanthe Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Orchid
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 10"-15"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture
aka Calanthe Kojima Orange Selections, Kojima Orange Selections Hardy Calanthe Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 8"-12"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
![Photo of Calanthe Kojima hybrids [Orange Selections] flower by Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/14/62/146270116a3dcbe3bce279435e2cc128.webp)
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