Orchis tridentata — a hard houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Orchis tridentata

Orchis Tridentata

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Neotinea tridentata, the three-toothed orchid, is a species of orchid found in southern Europe from Spain to Turkey; northwards to the Crimea, Poland and Germany. This orchid favours grassy places, woodland, scrub and maquis.

A note from PlantMom

Small green wood orchid typically has strong disease resistance and faces relatively few insect pests. Its care is considered difficult because it requires a high-humidity yet well-ventilated environment with few harmful pathogens. Overwatering can result in root rot. While anyone can grow Small green wood orchid, keeping it healthy and getting it to bloom again demands more cultivation experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Orchis Tridentata.

Light

The small green wood orchid does well in locations that receive plenty of sunlight for most of the day and can still grow satisfactorily in places with some shade. However, too much or too little sun can hinder its growth, as in its native forest habitat where it is exposed to varying amounts of sunlight.

Temperature

The small green wood orchid originates from temperate regions and does best at temperatures between 68 and 100.4 °F (20 to 38 ℃). To keep it healthy as seasons shift, modify its environment to match those temperature preferences.

Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the Small green wood orchid's health and appearance. Fertilize the Small green wood orchid in summer, repeating the treatment monthly throughout the summer. Nutrients fuel growth and support the plant’s tissues. Fertilization improves the Small green wood orchid’s flower display, producing the best blooms.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Orchis
Family
Orchidaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
10 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
5 cm to 10 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
2.54 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Three-toothed Orchid en Toothed Orchid
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Orchis tridentata flower
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Orchis tridentata flower
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