Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Burmanniaceae

Genus:

Gymnosiphon

Species:

Gymnosiphon papuanus

USDA Symbol:

GYPA3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor forest floor

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

thrives in shaded, undisturbed forest environments