Bletilla striata, the Chinese Ground Orchid, is a terrestrial orchid from East Asia, featuring attractive pink to purple flowers and pleated leaves.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season.
Soil
Well-draining, humus-rich soil. A mix suitable for orchids or a standard potting mix with added compost works well.
Temperature
Grows best in temperatures between 15-25°C during the day.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.
Protect from intense direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season.
Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Well-draining, humus-rich soil. A mix suitable for orchids or a standard potting mix with added compost works well.
Grows best in temperatures between 15-25°C during the day.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures at night and during dormancy.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Cease fertilization in autumn and winter.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes, deciduous in winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Basal, pleated
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
