Orchis purpurella
Dactylorhiza purpurella
- Native to:
- Denmark, Føroyar, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Orchidaceae
- Genus:
- Dactylorhiza
- Species:
- Dactylorhiza purpurella
- USDA Symbol:
- ORPU15
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 40 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- purple, magenta, pink
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, fertile, well-drained loam
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- tolerates poor drainage
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers damp meadows and marshy areas
Propagation & Germination
- Notes:
- Orchid seeds require mycorrhizal fungi for germination; extremely difficult to germinate without symbiotic partner.
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sterilize seeds with calcium hypochlorite solution until they lose their colour; also see http://www.slippertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36654