Lady Orchid (Orchis purpurea)
Lady Orchid, Orchis purpurea, is a perennial terrestrial orchid from Europe. It produces purple and white flowers on spikes, blooming late spring to early summer. Growing
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Sunlight
Partial shade to full sun.
Watering
Keep soil moist during growth, dry during dormancy.
Soil
Calcareous, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Temperature
Tolerates temperate climates, 10-25 °C during growth.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Minimal to no fertilizer needed, especially in rich soil.
Care Requirements
Partial shade to full sun.
Keep soil moist during growth, dry during dormancy.
Spring to Early Summer (active growth), Late Summer to Winter (dormancy)
Calcareous, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Tolerates temperate climates, 10-25 °C during growth.
Outdoor
Minimal to no fertilizer needed, especially in rich soil.
Early Spring (if soil is poor)
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
30-80 cm
Spread
10-20 cm
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Broadly lanceolate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyOrchidaceae
- genusOrchis
- speciesOrchis purpurea
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.