Spiranthes spiralis, commonly known as autumn lady's-tresses, is an orchid that grows in Europe and adjacent North Africa and Asia. It is a small grey-green plant. It forms a rosette of four to five pointed, sessile, ovate leaves about 3 cm (1.2 in) in length. In late summer an unbranched stem of about 10–15 cm (3.9–5.9 in) tall is produced with approximately four sheath-shaped leaves.
Spiranthes Spiralis Care
Spiranthes Spiralis
What is the plant
Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
21°C - 28°C
Hardiness zone
5 - 9
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
Toxicity
Poisonous
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Let the soil dry completely, then thoroughly wet it. Let it dry completely before you water again.
Fertilizer
You can fertilize the plant every spring using a general, all-purpose mixture.
Sunlight
Part sun or part shade plants prefer light that is filtered. Sunlight, though not direct, is important to them. Often morning sun, because it is not as strong as afternoon sun, can be considered part sun or part shade.
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Soil
Spiranthes are best planted in moist, well-drained soil of clay, loam and sand within an acidic, neutral or alkaline PH balance.
Temperature
60-80°F (16-27°C). Not frost resistant.
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