Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Platanthera

Species:

Platanthera blephariglottis

USDA Symbol:

PLBL

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, moths

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

wet, peaty, acidic soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

poor drainage tolerated

Moisture:

consistently moist to wet

Notes:

commonly found in bogs and wet meadows

Propagation & Germination