Species Orchid, Jewel Orchid, Stately Cyclopogon

Cyclopogonelatus

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Species
elatus (el-AH-tus)
Synonym
Beadlea elata
Cyclopogon densiflorus
Gyrostachys minor
Ibidium elatum
Neottia elata
Sun Exposure
Partial to Full Shade
Full Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Good Fall Color
Smooth
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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