Habenaria floribunda

Habenaria floribunda

Also known as: Toothpetal Bog Orchid

Habenaria floribunda

Naoki Takebayashi from Fairbanks, AK, USA

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Habenaria
Species:
Habenaria floribunda

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Epiphyte
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, well-drained sandy loam
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers habitats like grasslands and open woodlands