Hosokawa's Moerenhoutia

Platylepis hosokawae

Native to:
Caroline Is., Guam, Palau

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Platylepis
Species:
Platylepis hosokawae
USDA Symbol:
MOHO4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, green

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to specific regions with unique soil conditions