Satyrium sphaerocarpum

Satyrium sphaerocarpum

Native to:
Mozambique | South Africa

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Satyrium
Species:
Satyrium sphaerocarpum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
90 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

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