Calanthe reflexa

Also Known As

Hardy Terrestrial Orchid

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, orchid

size

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

planting zones

7a-9b

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Calanthe reflexa plant details

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

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, pleated leaves, rare, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calanthe reflexa

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a rare calanthe that flowers in the autumn when the other species are becoming dormant. The flowers have light violet petals set around an elongated purple-violet lip. Virus-free plants from flasked seedlings. Vigorous blooming size plants. Calanthes are hardy terrestrial orchids for classic shade garden conditions. They are relatively easy to grow in rich, well-drained soils in part shade.