Species Orchid, Early Purple Orchid, Male Orchis

Orchismascula

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Orchis (OR-kiss)
Species
mascula (MASK-oo-luh)
Synonym
Androrchis mascula
Orchis cochleata
Orchis compressiflora
Orchis obtusa
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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