Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Platanthera

Species:

Platanthera colemanii

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:

Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, calcareous soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in limestone-rich areas