Epipactis gigantea

June 29, 2026

Epipactis gigantea

Epipactis gigantea is found from SW. Canada to N. Mexico, including Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming, from near sea level along the coast to about 2,440 meters (8,000 feet). They are found in areas where there is a constant supply of water, such as along seepage banks and around springs, and are often found along the banks of streams, on sand and gravel bars where they are inundated during high water, and may even be found anchored in stream beds. In the colder, more northern regions or high elevation habitats, plants are often found around hot springs. There are 10 to 20 long-lasting flowers per inflorescence, and they bloom in the spring and summer.

Photographer: Ron Parsons (www.flickr.com/photos/rpflowershots)

Info: Charles Baker culture sheet www.orchidculture.com and Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia (www.orchidspecies.com

 

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By Sandra Svoboda • April 26, 2026
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By Sandra Svoboda • April 25, 2026
Masdevallia deformis is endemic to Ecuador. This miniature-sized, cool to cold growing epiphytic species occurs on the eastern slopes of the Andes, found at 2,400 to 2,700 meters (7,850 to 8,850 feet) in cloud forests. One showy blossom is carried on each inflorescence and blooms year-round. Grow in pots using an open, fast-draining medium that contains materials that retain some moisture. Repot yearly in late winter or early spring. Water and fertilizer may be reduced until spring but never allow them to dry out completely. Photographer: Ron Parsons (www.flickr.com/photos/rpflowershots) Grower: Ron Parsons Info: Charles Baker culture sheet www.orchidculture.com and Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia (www.orchidspecies.com

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By Sandra Svoboda • April 9, 2026
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