Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Cephalanthera

Species:

Cephalanthera austiniae

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained forest soil

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, undisturbed forest floors

Germination Information