Narrow-leaf helleborine
Cephalanthera longifolia
Narrow-leaf helleborine is a stunning but highly challenging terrestrial orchid that depends on mycorrhizal fungi for establishment and survival, making it very difficult to grow outside its natural woodland habitat. It prefers dappled shade under deciduous or mixed woodland with alkaline to neutral, well-drained soil rich in leaf litter. This plant is best left to specialist growers, as it rarely thrives when transplanted and is protected in many parts of its range.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
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Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly; Soil Should Be Moist But Well-Drained And Never Waterlogged
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 15, 2020 by Isabelle Ribaute (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.