Western Marsh-Orchid (Dactylorhiza majalis)
Dactylorhiza majalis, the Western Marsh-Orchid, is a terrestrial orchid recognized for its vibrant pink to purple flowers and attractively marked leaves.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Requires moist, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is 15-20 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Reduce watering during dormancy.
Requires moist, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Ideal growing temperature is 15-20 °C.
Tolerates cooler temperatures.
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.2-0.5 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green, Purple
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyOrchidaceae
- genusDactylorhiza
- speciesDactylorhiza majalis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No