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Habenaria monorrhiza (Habenaria monorrhiza)

Habenaria monorrhiza is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Asia, recognized for its delicate white flowers and tuberous roots.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Requires a well-draining, porous potting mix, typically a blend of orchid bark, peat moss, and perlite.

Temperature

Warm to intermediate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun; dappled shade is ideal.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.

Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Requires a well-draining, porous potting mix, typically a blend of orchid bark, peat moss, and perlite.

Temperature

Warm to intermediate temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C; avoid extremes.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Seasonal

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Habenaria latifolia Kunth
Habenaria sodiroi Schltr.
Orchis monorrhiza Sw.
Orchis setacea Jacq.
Platanthera monorrhiza (Sw.) W.J.Schrenk
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyOrchidaceae
  • genusHabenaria
  • speciesHabenaria monorrhiza
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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