Stream Orchid

Stream Orchid Care

Epipactis Gigantea

Other names: Chatterbox, Giant Helleborine

What is the plant

Epipactis gigantea is a species of orchid known as the stream orchid, giant helleborine, and chatterbox. This wildflower is native to western North America from British Columbia to central Mexico. This is one of the most abundant orchids of the Pacific coast of North America. Epipactis gigantea is an erect perennial reaching anywhere from 30 centimeters to one meter in height. Its stems have prominently-veined, wide or narrow lance-shaped leaves 5 to 15 centimeters long and inflorescences of two or three showy orchids near the top. Each flower has three straight sepals which are light brownish or greenish with darker veining, each one to two centimeters long.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Shade

Temperature

-20°C - -10°C

Hardiness zone

4 - 8

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Will tolerate full sun if soil is kept moist.
Fertilizer
They are fertilized every spring with regular plant food.
Container
Ceramic and plastic are the two best options, and both have their pros and cons. Ceramic pots are porous which means your plants are less likely to experience root rot from overwatering. It also means you'll have to water more often. Plastic pots are lighter, less likely to break, and easier to clean.