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Description
Calopogon Multiflorus is a species of orchid that is commonly known as the Many-Flowered Grass Pink. The plant can grow up to 30 cm tall and has grass-like leaves. The flowers are pink in color and have a distinctive lip that looks like a slipper. The plant blooms from May to July and can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and pine savannas.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Calopogon |
Appearance
Calopogon Multiflorus has grass-like leaves that grow up to 30 cm tall. The flowers are pink in color and have a distinctive lip that looks like a slipper. Each flower can have up to 8 petals and sepals, and the plant can produce up to 20 flowers per stem. The plant blooms from May to July and can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and pine savannas.
Care Guide
Calopogon Multiflorus prefers to grow in wet meadows, bogs, and pine savannas. It requires moist soil and partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged. Fertilization is not necessary, but a light application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring can help encourage growth. The plant prefers acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 6.5. It can tolerate hardiness zones 7-10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Calopogon Multiflorus is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to fungal infections if the soil is too wet. Rotting of the roots can occur if the plant is waterlogged. The plant can also be affected by spider mites, aphids, and thrips, which can be controlled with insecticidal soap.
Habitat
Calopogon Multiflorus can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and pine savannas. It prefers acidic soil and partial shade. The plant is native to eastern North America, and can be found from Maine to Florida, and west to Texas.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the blooming period of Calopogon Multiflorus?
A: The blooming period of Calopogon Multiflorus is from May to July.
Q: What are the care requirements for Calopogon Multiflorus?
A: Calopogon Multiflorus prefers moist soil and partial shade. It requires regular watering to keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged. Fertilization is not necessary, but a light application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring can help encourage growth. The plant prefers acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 6.5. It can tolerate hardiness zones 7-10.
Q: What pests and diseases can affect Calopogon Multiflorus?
A: Calopogon Multiflorus is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to fungal infections if the soil is too wet. Rotting of the roots can occur if the plant is waterlogged. The plant can also be affected by spider mites, aphids, and thrips, which can be controlled with insecticidal soap.
Q: Where is Calopogon Multiflorus native to?
A: Calopogon Multiflorus is native to eastern North America, and can be found from Maine to Florida, and west to Texas.
Related Plants
- Calopogon Barbadensis
- Calopogon Biflorus
- Calopogon Oklahomensis
References
- USDA Plants Database: Calopogon Multiflorus
- Missouri Botanical Garden: Calopogon Multiflorus
- Orchids of Wisconsin: Calopogon Multiflorus
