PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Dappled shade, avoids direct midday sunlight; suited to woodland undergrowth conditions
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; mimic natural woodland humus moisture levels
Temperature
Hardy to cool temperate climates; tolerates light winter frost down to 5°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to lanceolate, dark green, arranged alternately along stem, up to 12 cm long
- Flower: Violet-purple, hooded labellum, clustered in loose terminal racemes
- Stem: Upright, green to purplish, with fine hairs near the base
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; avoid drying out completely
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer once monthly during active growth. Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer to avoid burning delicate roots
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels; dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid nutrient burn and odorPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to conserve plant energy
- Trim yellowing foliage in autumn as the plant enters dormancy
- Clear surrounding debris to reduce risk of fungal disease in damp conditions
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental wild orchid for shaded woodland gardens
