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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial shade to dappled sunlight; tolerates full sun in cool, wet conditions
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, as it prefers wet, boggy conditions; avoid allowing substrate to dry out completely
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; prefers cool temperate temperatures, avoid prolonged heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to lanceolate, bright green, alternate along stem, up to 10 cm long
- Flower: Greenish-pink to purple-brown, open cup-shaped, with a lip divided into two lobes
- Stem: Slender, upright, with fine hairs near the base
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil continuously moist, use rainwater if possible to avoid mineral buildup
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer once every 4 weeks. Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer to support bloom development
Banana peel tea：Chop banana peels and soak in water for 3 days, dilute 1:20, and apply to soil around the base to support floweringPruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to redirect energy to root growth
- Remove yellowing foliage in autumn to prevent fungal growth
- Thin overcrowded clumps in early spring to improve airflow and reduce competition
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental wetland plant; supports pollinators like bees
