Bog orchids (Platanthera)

Bog orchids

Bog orchids flourish in all sorts of locations, including forests and marshes. They have bright green leaves at the base of a single tall stem, on which bloom colorful orchid flowers. The blooms range in color from white to yellow to purple. They are cultivated in gardens due to their beauty and hardiness, though some species are rare and closely protected.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bog orchids (Platanthera)

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Perennial

Lifespan

White, Yellow, Green

Flower Color

Summer, Fall

Growth Season

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Solitary blooms with fringed lips in various colors

Distinctively orchid-shaped flowers, 0.5-1.5 inches (1.3-3.8 cm) in diameter

Lance-shaped lower leaves up to 8 inches (20 cm) long

Smooth, slender stem reaching 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) in height

Uniformly cylindrical stem with fine longitudinal ridges

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Care Guide for Bog orchids

Every week

Water

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Thriving in moist environments, bog orchids prefer high humidity and tolerate brief wet periods. Regular weekly watering is crucial to replicate their native boggy conditions. Typically grown outdoors, bog orchids flourish in evenly moist soil, especially during active growth cycles.

Propagation: Propagation of bog orchids primarily involves seed sowing, often with low success due to mycorrhizal relationships. Key factors include high humidity, specific light, and cool temperatures. Use a well-draining, moisture-retentive soil mix with sphagnum moss, and follow stratification for optimal germination, which can take months.

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