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Description
Habenaria Dives, also known as the Creeping Bog Orchid or Water-spider Orchid, is a stunning species of orchid that is native to North America. This plant is a terrestrial orchid that can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and fens. The Habenaria Dives produces a single stem that can reach up to 50 cm in height, with a basal rosette of leaves that are lance-shaped and can grow up to 20 cm long. The plant blooms from late May to early August, producing white or greenish-white flowers that are about 1 cm long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Habenaria |
| Species | Habenaria dives |
Appearance
The Habenaria Dives has a unique and beautiful appearance. The plant has a single stem that is green, slender, and can reach up to 50 cm in height. The basal rosette of leaves is lance-shaped, green, and can grow up to 20 cm long. The flowers are white or greenish-white, and about 1 cm long. The lip of the flower is elongated, narrow, and looks like a water spider, hence the common name Water-spider Orchid.
Care Guide
Taking care of the Habenaria Dives is not very difficult, but it does require some attention. Here’s a detailed care guide:Water: The Habenaria Dives requires moist soil, so water it regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.Soil: The Habenaria Dives prefers a well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. You can use a mixture of peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite.Sunlight: The Habenaria Dives prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.Hardiness Zones: The Habenaria Dives is hardy in zones 4 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Habenaria Dives is not very susceptible to pests or diseases, but it can still be affected by a few. Here are some common pests and diseases:Pests: Aphids, spider mites, and snails can be a problem for the Habenaria Dives.Diseases: The Habenaria Dives can be affected by fungal diseases such as root rot and powdery mildew.
Habitat
The Habenaria Dives is a North American native orchid that can be found growing in wet meadows, bogs, and fens. It prefers moist soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can the Habenaria Dives be grown indoors?
A: Yes, the Habenaria Dives can be grown indoors as long as it is provided with enough moisture and filtered sunlight.Q: How often should I water my Habenaria Dives?
A: Water your Habenaria Dives regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.Q: What is the best fertilizer for the Habenaria Dives?
A: Use a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.Q: What is the hardiness zone of the Habenaria Dives?
A: The Habenaria Dives is hardy in zones 4 to 8.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to the Habenaria Dives:- Habenaria lacera- Habenaria clavellata- Habenaria dilatata
References
– USDA Plants Database. (n.d.). Habenaria dives (Benth.) Ames. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=HADI2- Orchids Wiki. (n.d.). Habenaria dives. Retrieved from https://orchids.fandom.com/wiki/Habenaria_dives- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. (n.d.). Habenaria dives. Retrieved from https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=HADI2
