Cryptochilus sanguinea
Cryptochilus sanguinea is a perennial ornamental orchid that thrives in part shade with medium water requirements. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 m and is suitable for USDA zones 6–8. This plant blooms from July to September, producing red flowers. It prefers loamy and peaty soil and is not evergreen.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Peaty
Height
0.2–0.4 m
Spread
0.1–0.2 m
Zones
6–8
Flower colors