Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Malaxis

Species:

Malaxis corymbosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Green

Native Range

United States: Arizona

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, rich, well-drained forest soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid forest floors