Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Orthilia

Species:

Orthilia kareliniana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte , Forb/herb

Height:

25 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, greenish-white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, flies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; surface sow on moist medium.

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