Calanthe tricarinata (Hardy Calanthe Orchid)

Light Shade to ShadeZone: 6-9 15" tall Origin: Japan

We are pleased to finally be able to offer this hard-to-find, hardy, early spring-flowering orchid with wonderful 15" tall spikes of stunning yellow flowers with reddish-brown lips. C. tricarinata prefers woodland conditions...moist but well-drained soils. The foliage is evergreen in mild winters but may become deciduous when temperatures approach 10 degrees F. We have had some reports of success with this orchid from Zone 5. C. tricarinata is featured in the book, "Rare and Precious Plants of China." Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)