Overview

Habenaria grandiflora is a plant with a terrestrial habit in the genus Habenaria, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Habenaria grandiflora grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental.

About

Habenaria grandiflora is a terrestrial orchid cultivar belonging to the genus Habenaria. It features deciduous foliage and thrives best in partial shade, particularly in a north-facing, sheltered position. This plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist and acidic. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is typically grown for ornamental purposes. The season of interest for Habenaria grandiflora spans spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or division.

About the genus

Habenaria, commonly called rein orchids or bog orchids, is a widely distributed genus of orchids in the tribe Orchideae. About 880 species of Habenaria have been formally described. They are native to every continent except Antarctica, growing in both tropical and subtropical zones.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Habenaria

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

North-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Habenaria grandiflora size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Terrestrial

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Ornamental

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Habenaria grandiflora

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Susceptible to slugs

Disease resistance

Susceptible to fungal diseases

Frequently asked questions