Epipactis gigantea
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A completely hardy terrestrial orchid from the US. Liking a moist situation in light shade and a soil of moderate fertility, this orchid will start into growth in mid spring. Leaves are lanceolate and deeply furrowed, pale green and around 8 inches long clasping the rigid stem which will rise to around 35 cms or so. The flowers are the obvious main attraction an these are borne at the stem terminus, around 15 in number. Best look at the picture for their appearance! Easy in moist situations. Stream Orchid.
Epipactis gigantea
epgig-E/7/23
Type: Herbaceous woodlander
Family: Orchidaceae
Flower Colour: Orange
Flowering Season: Summer
Size: 32.5 cms to 45 cms high
Origin: North America
Preferred Conditions: Moist soils
Preferred Aspect: Partial Shade
Additional Feature: Mainly flowers
Pot Size: 9 cm square
£8.50