Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Corallorhiza

Species:

Corallorhiza bentleyi

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Red, Pink, Yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained forest soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers undisturbed, shaded forest floors