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Ground Orchid (Spathoglottis plicata) growing in South Florida
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Ground Orchid — South Florida Plant Guide

Spathoglottis plicata

Family: Orchidaceae · Groundcover

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

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Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Ground Orchid is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture important for active blooming. Excellent drainage mandatory — pseudobulbs rot in wet soils. Reduce irrigation dry season.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Orchid fertilizer (balanced NPK with micronutrients) or balanced 20-20-20 soluble.

Schedule: February through October every 6-8 weeks with orchid-specific or balanced fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Low (2/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
12 ft
Largura Madura
12 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
5/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Ground Orchid grow in South Florida?

Ground Orchid has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Ground Orchid safe for pets?

Yes, Ground Orchid is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Generally considered safe for pets.

How much water does Ground Orchid need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Ground Orchid is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Ground Orchid tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Ground Orchid has low salt tolerance (2/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Ground Orchid available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Ground Orchid is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Broward tropical garden applications.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate availability.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical warmth.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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