Orchis spitzelii is a species of orchid found from Sweden (Gotland), eastern Spain to the Caucasus and northwestern Africa. Specifically, it is native to northern Europe (Sweden), central Europe (Austria and possibly extirpated in Germany), southwestern Europe (the Balearic Islands, Corsica, France, and Spain), southeastern Europe (Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, Italy, Crete, and countries of the former Yugoslavia), northern Africa (Algeria and Morocco), western Asia (Iran, Lebanon, Syria, and Turkey), and both the North Caucasus and Transcaucasia.
Spitzel's orchid typically exhibits good resistance to disease and is affected by relatively few insect pests. Its care is regarded as difficult because it demands high humidity combined with good ventilation and low levels of harmful pathogens. Too much watering can cause root rot. Although anyone can grow Spitzel's orchid, keeping it healthy and getting it to bloom again requires more growing experience.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Orchis
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Other names.
