pyramidal orchid
Also known as: pyramid orchid
A tuberous, terrestrial orchid with lance-shaped leaves and small, rich pink, or occasionally pure white, flowers in a crowded, conical spike in mid-summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- pyramidal orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis)
- Genus
- Anacamptis
- Family
- Orchidaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of pyramidal orchid
Distribution map
Europe, Africa, Asia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of pyramidal orchid
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pyramidal orchid care guide
- Mild steady moisture in growth, dry substrate during dormant winter months
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Mild steady moisture in growth, dry substrate during dormant winter months
Fertilizing
FertilizingMinimal diluted organic feed once before bud formation, avoid strong mixes
Pruning
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Propagation
PropagationPropagate by separating offsets in spring
Growing
GrowingBest in fertile, well-drained, gritty, humus-rich, neutral or alkaline soil in partial shade. Plant dormant tubers at least 8cm deep. Can be naturalised in fine turf
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally pest free
Pests
Susceptible to slug and snail damage
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