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Broad-leaved helleborine
Epipactis helleborine
perennial⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
A shade-loving orchid with distinctive greenish-purple flowers borne on tall spikes. This semi-saprophytic perennial thrives in woodland settings and is valued by native plant gardeners.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 9bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
Summer
Succession Role
mid successional
Native Range
Europe, Western Asia, North Africa
Function & Care
wildlife benefitmedicinal
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation