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Description
Platanthera Chorisiana, also known as Choris’s Habenaria, is a species of orchid that is native to the Arctic and subarctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, terrestrial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall and produces one or two leaves that are oval-shaped and up to 8 cm long. The flower spikes can grow up to 20 cm tall and bear up to twenty small, white or yellow-green flowers that are sometimes tinged with pink or purple.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Platanthera |
| Species | Chorisiana |
Appearance
Platanthera Chorisiana is a small orchid with one or two oval-shaped leaves that are up to 8 cm long. The flower spikes can grow up to 20 cm tall and bear up to twenty small, white or yellow-green flowers that are sometimes tinged with pink or purple. The flowers have a distinctive lip that is three-lobed and fringed with hairs. The plant blooms in late summer to early fall, and the flowers are mildly fragrant.
Care Guide
To grow Platanthera Chorisiana successfully, you should provide it with moderate moisture levels, fertile soil, and bright, indirect light. The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. You should water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch, and you should fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 2-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Platanthera Chorisiana is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids. The plant can also develop root rot if it is overwatered or planted in poorly draining soil. To prevent pest infestations, you should keep the plant clean and free of debris. If you notice signs of pest activity, you can treat the plant with a solution of neem oil or insecticidal soap. To prevent root rot, you should allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Habitat
Platanthera Chorisiana is native to the Arctic and subarctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist meadows, bogs, and wetlands, often in areas with cold, harsh winters and short growing seasons.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Platanthera Chorisiana be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Platanthera Chorisiana can be grown indoors if provided with bright, indirect light and moderate moisture levels.
Q: How often should I fertilize Platanthera Chorisiana?
A: You should fertilize Platanthera Chorisiana every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Platanthera Chorisiana?
A: Platanthera Chorisiana is hardy in USDA zones 2-8.
Q: How often should I water Platanthera Chorisiana?
A: You should water Platanthera Chorisiana when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Platanthera Chorisiana:
- Platanthera dilatata
- Platanthera leucophaea
- Platanthera obtusata
- Platanthera psycodes
References
- Flora of North America: Platanthera Chorisiana
- RHS: Platanthera Chorisiana
- USDA: Plants Profile for Platanthera Chorisiana
