Overview

Cephalanthera cucullata is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Cephalanthera, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cephalanthera cucullata grows best in partial shade, and tolerates chalk soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include woodland gardens and shaded borders.

About

Cephalanthera cucullata is a deciduous herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Cephalanthera in the Orchidaceae family. It thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations with fertile, well-drained chalk soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best suited for woodland gardens and shaded borders. It is of interest during the spring and summer seasons and can be propagated by seed or division.

About the genus

Cephalanthera, abbreviated Ceph in horticultural trade, is a genus of mostly terrestrial orchids. Members of this genus have rhizomes rather than tubers. About 15 species are currently recognized, most of them native to Europe and Asia.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Cephalanthera

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

North-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Cephalanthera cucullata size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Herbaceous perennial

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Woodland gardens, shaded borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Cephalanthera cucullata

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

High

Disease resistance

High

Frequently asked questions