Globe orchid
Traunsteinera globosa
The Globe orchid is a rare European terrestrial orchid native to alpine and subalpine meadows, requiring very specific growing conditions that make it extremely challenging to cultivate outside its natural habitat. It needs well-drained, calcareous (limestone-rich) soil, cool temperatures, and a symbiotic mycorrhizal relationship that is nearly impossible to replicate in home gardens. This plant is best appreciated in the wild and is protected in many countries; it is not recommended for purchas
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days During Active Growth; Reduce In Dormancy • Water Moderately, Keeping The Root Zone Lightly Moist; Never Allow To Waterlog
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 21, 2021 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.