Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Galearis

Species:

Galearis spectabilis

USDA Symbol:

GASP5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

25 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, white

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bumblebees

Fragrant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 90–120 days

Notes:

Orchid seeds require mycorrhizal fungi for germination; propagation from seed is extremely difficult without laboratory conditions.