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Epipactis gigantea red leaf x thunbergii

  • Bulbous plant
  • 10-45 cm high
  • Orange-toned flowers
  • Suitable for partial shade
Helleborine, a cross between an American and an Asian species. Strong grower with a large number of bronze orange flowers. Preferably plant in a slightly moist, humus-rich soil. Propagated through rhizomes, delivered in a 11 cm pot, well rooted. CITES: not for Switzerland.
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Characteristics

Height 10 - 45 cm
Flowering time June - July
Flower colour Yelowbrown, Orange

Site conditions

Light Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered

Botanical information

Botanical name Epipactis gigantea red leaf x thunbergii
Genus Epipactis
Family Orchidaceae