Gastrodia shimizuana

Gastrodia shimizuana

Native to:
China | Nansei-shoto | Taiwan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Gastrodia
Species:
Gastrodia shimizuana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Parasite
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
brown, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Notes:
Mycoheterotrophic orchid; requires symbiotic fungi for germination; conventional seed propagation not applicable.

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