Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Eulophia

Species:

Eulophia maculata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Florida, Navassa Island, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

moderate moisture

Notes:

prefers open, sunny locations in native habitat