
Burnt tip orchid
Neotinea ustulata
The Burnt tip orchid is a rare, terrestrial European orchid that requires very specific growing conditions, including well-drained, calcareous (chalky or limestone) soil and full sun to partial shade. It depends on specific soil fungi for germination and long-term survival, making it extremely challenging to cultivate and nearly impossible to establish outside carefully prepared wildflower meadows. This species is best appreciated in its natural habitat and is protected in many countries; purcha
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 24″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Sparingly; Soil Should Be Slightly Moist But Never Saturated
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-10° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 6″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 24, 2021 by Stéphane Mars (cc-by-sa)
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