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Orchidaceae
Species Orchid, Dove Orchid, Holy Ghost Orchid, Stately Peristeria
Peristeriaelata
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Family
Orchidaceae
(or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Peristeria
(per-iss-teer-ee-a)
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Species
elata
(el-AH-tuh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Unknown - Tell us
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Unknown - Tell us
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Soil pH requirements
Unknown - Tell us
Patent Information
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Miami, Florida
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