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Calanthe

Genus

Also called Christmas orchids, Alismorchis

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Calanthe
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Fact sheet

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Typeperennial

“calanthe orchids are very easy-to-grow shade perennials” — Calanthe | Calanthe Orchid | Calanthe Orchid for Sale

Lightpart-shade

“The plants are best grown in rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils in part-shade” — Calanthe (Christmas Orchids, Prayer Plants) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Waterevery week or two

“If grown indoors, the plant should be watered every week or two” — Calanthe (Christmas Orchids, Prayer Plants) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Hardiness zones7-9

“Christmas Orchids are winter hardy to USDA Zones 7-9” — Calanthe (Christmas Orchids, Prayer Plants) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Spacing8–12 in

“Prepare a planting hole approximately 20–30 cm (8–12 in) in diameter and about 15 cm (6 in) deep.” — Calanthe - Guide | Gartenwerkstatt Schreiner

Height22.5–121 in

“Prepare a planting hole approximately 20–30 cm (8–12 in) in diameter and about 15 cm (6 in) deep.” — Calanthe - Guide | Gartenwerkstatt Schreiner

PropagationDivision

“Recommended Propagation Strategy: Division” — Calanthe (Christmas Orchids, Prayer Plants) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Transplantyearly

“Divide and repot the plants yearly, placing one to several pseudobulbs in each pot.” — Calanthe

Ready whenremove the old leaves

“In spring, remove the old leaves to allow the new shoots to emerge and develop without obstruction.” — Calanthe - Guide | Gartenwerkstatt Schreiner

Toxicitynot toxic

“Taiwan Calanthe is non-toxic and considered safe for cats and dogs.” — Taiwan Calanthe Care Guide: Watering, Light & Pet Safety | KeyBlossom

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