About

An exotic orchid, reaching 20-60cm, with fleshy leaves, flower stems. It bears intricate flowers. 'Enchantment' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Epipactis are rhizomatous, terrestrial orchids, bearing leaves spirally or in two ranks on the stem, without a basal rosette. The flowers have incurved upper petals, forming a helmet and the lower lip is curved into a cup shape

Plant details

Suggested usesContainers, houseplants

Care notes

CultivationOrchid bark, bright indirect light
PruningRemove spent spikes
PropagationDivide pseudobulbs
Pest resistanceMealybugs
Disease resistanceRoot rot if overwatered