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Broad-leaved calanthe
Calanthe aristulifera
Broad-leaved calanthe is a perennial orchid with a striking presence due to its vibrant green leaves and cascades of delicate white flowers. These blossoms, often touched with a hint of pink, exhibit slender spurs and are a testament to the plant's intricate reproductive strategy. Growing in dappled forest shade, broad-leaved calanthe leverages its environment for shelter and light, a balance critical to its development.
Hardiness Zones
9 to 11
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Broad-leaved calanthe
Water
Every week
Sunlight
Partial sun
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Attributes of Broad-leaved calanthe
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
38 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Broad-leaved calanthe
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Orchid
Genus
Christmas orchids
Species
Broad-leaved calanthe
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Slug or snails
Snails are a class of mollusks with hard shells into which their soft bodies can retract. Slugs are similar soft, fleshy mollusks but lack the shells. Both nibble at leaves and are regularly seen in wet or rainy conditions.
Solutions: If your plant has a serious problem: Choose commercial slug and snail baits. Those with iron phosphate as the active ingredient are fairly effective, killing them within a few days. These are considered safer for animals than baits containing metaldehyde. Baits should be spread out around plants at night and cleared away in the morning along with any dead pests as they can be toxic to birds and pets. If it is a less serious case, there are a number of organic approaches: Eliminate their hiding spots. It's the easiest way to control slugs and snails. Thick weeds, unused flower pots, boards, or stones are their favorite hiding spots. Hand-pick. You can also follow up with searching for them with a flashlight at night and picking them off plants. Board trap. Trap them by slightly propping up one end of a small board in your garden which will give them a place to hide (remove it and dispose of the pests during the day) Beer trap. Place a shallow dish of either beer or a mixture of 1 cup water with 1 teaspoon each active dry yeast and sugar buried up to the rim in your garden’s soil. Pests will fall in and drown.
Assassin bugs
The hunting bug is a beneficial insect that preys on aphids and beetles.
Solutions: Since assassin bugs are beneficial, they do not need to be controlled.
Slug or snails
Snails are a class of mollusks with hard shells into which their soft bodies can retract. Slugs are similar soft, fleshy mollusks but lack the shells. Both nibble at leaves and are regularly seen in wet or rainy conditions.
Symptom Analysis
Slugs and snails, two closely related pests, cause a great deal of feeding damage in gardens worldwide. They have rasping mouths that tear holes in leaves and flowers and are capable of consuming small plants entirely. They favor humid conditions, which means that they are generally active at night or on cloudy and rainy days.
Solutions
If your plant has a serious problem:
- Choose commercial slug and snail baits. Those with iron phosphate as the active ingredient are fairly effective, killing them within a few days. These are considered safer for animals than baits containing metaldehyde.
- Baits should be spread out around plants at night and cleared away in the morning along with any dead pests as they can be toxic to birds and pets.
If it is a less serious case, there are a number of organic approaches:
- Eliminate their hiding spots. It's the easiest way to control slugs and snails. Thick weeds, unused flower pots, boards, or stones are their favorite hiding spots.
- Hand-pick. You can also follow up with searching for them with a flashlight at night and picking them off plants.
- Board trap. Trap them by slightly propping up one end of a small board in your garden which will give them a place to hide (remove it and dispose of the pests during the day)
- Beer trap. Place a shallow dish of either beer or a mixture of 1 cup water with 1 teaspoon each active dry yeast and sugar buried up to the rim in your garden’s soil. Pests will fall in and drown.
Prevention
To prevent future damage, there are a number of effective non-chemical measures.
- Create a gritty barrier. You can use agricultural-grade diatomaceous earth, corn or wheat bran, or coffee grounds on the soil around your plant; you must replenish it after it rains.
- Set up a copper barrier. Snails and slugs can’t cross copper so copper tape can be made into a “fence” to protect your individual plant or seedlings.
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Assassin bugs
The hunting bug is a beneficial insect that preys on aphids and beetles.
Overview
Assassin bugs are a group of insects in the Reduviidae family. Both adults and nymphs are voracious predators that eat plant pests such as stinkbugs, beetles, beetle larvae, and caterpillars. Therefore, they are beneficial to have in a garden.
Adults have elongated shield-shaped bodies that vary in size from 6 to 32 mm long. They have long, thin legs, and many species have needle-like mouthparts. They lay their eggs on the underside of plants or on bark. Eventually, the eggs hatch into nymphs which resemble smaller versions of the adults. These nymphs complete multiple instar stages before turning into adults.
Assassin bugs can occur anytime temperatures are above freezing. They typically overwinter as adults or eggs.
Solutions
Since assassin bugs are beneficial, they do not need to be controlled.
Prevention
Since assassin bugs are beneficial, it is advantageous to have them in a garden. The following will attract assassin bugs.
- Plant a diversity of plants to provide shelter.
- Avoid spraying broad-spectrum pesticides that will kill assassin bugs.
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Distribution of Broad-leaved calanthe
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Distribution Map of Broad-leaved calanthe
The broad-leaved calanthe is a plant native to temperate regions of East Asia. It thrives in its indigenous locale spanning several major islands, peninsulas, and continental eastern areas. Over time, broad-leaved calanthe has been cultivated beyond its native range, exemplifying a species that can flourish under human care in various parts of the world.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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Basic Care Guide
Transplant
15-20 inches
For broad-leaved calanthe, the pinnacle time for relocation is during the season's gentle ascent to warmth—typically late spring to the cusp of summer. A well-lit, protected site fosters their vitality. A dash of shade proves beneficial, echoing their native hues.
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Broad-leaved calanthe
Calanthe aristulifera
Broad-leaved calanthe is a perennial orchid with a striking presence due to its vibrant green leaves and cascades of delicate white flowers. These blossoms, often touched with a hint of pink, exhibit slender spurs and are a testament to the plant's intricate reproductive strategy. Growing in dappled forest shade, broad-leaved calanthe leverages its environment for shelter and light, a balance critical to its development.
Hardiness Zones
9 to 11
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Key Facts About Broad-leaved calanthe
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Attributes of Broad-leaved calanthe
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
38 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White
Purple
Pink
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
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Scientific Classification of Broad-leaved calanthe
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Orchid Genus
Christmas orchids Species
Broad-leaved calanthe 
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Common Pests & Diseases About Broad-leaved calanthe
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Slug or snails
Snails are a class of mollusks with hard shells into which their soft bodies can retract. Slugs are similar soft, fleshy mollusks but lack the shells. Both nibble at leaves and are regularly seen in wet or rainy conditions.
Solutions: If your plant has a serious problem: Choose commercial slug and snail baits. Those with iron phosphate as the active ingredient are fairly effective, killing them within a few days. These are considered safer for animals than baits containing metaldehyde. Baits should be spread out around plants at night and cleared away in the morning along with any dead pests as they can be toxic to birds and pets. If it is a less serious case, there are a number of organic approaches: Eliminate their hiding spots. It's the easiest way to control slugs and snails. Thick weeds, unused flower pots, boards, or stones are their favorite hiding spots. Hand-pick. You can also follow up with searching for them with a flashlight at night and picking them off plants. Board trap. Trap them by slightly propping up one end of a small board in your garden which will give them a place to hide (remove it and dispose of the pests during the day) Beer trap. Place a shallow dish of either beer or a mixture of 1 cup water with 1 teaspoon each active dry yeast and sugar buried up to the rim in your garden’s soil. Pests will fall in and drown.
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Assassin bugs
The hunting bug is a beneficial insect that preys on aphids and beetles.
Solutions: Since assassin bugs are beneficial, they do not need to be controlled.
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Slug or snails
Snails are a class of mollusks with hard shells into which their soft bodies can retract. Slugs are similar soft, fleshy mollusks but lack the shells. Both nibble at leaves and are regularly seen in wet or rainy conditions.
Symptom Analysis
Slugs and snails, two closely related pests, cause a great deal of feeding damage in gardens worldwide. They have rasping mouths that tear holes in leaves and flowers and are capable of consuming small plants entirely. They favor humid conditions, which means that they are generally active at night or on cloudy and rainy days.
Solutions
If your plant has a serious problem:
- Choose commercial slug and snail baits. Those with iron phosphate as the active ingredient are fairly effective, killing them within a few days. These are considered safer for animals than baits containing metaldehyde.
- Baits should be spread out around plants at night and cleared away in the morning along with any dead pests as they can be toxic to birds and pets.
If it is a less serious case, there are a number of organic approaches:
- Eliminate their hiding spots. It's the easiest way to control slugs and snails. Thick weeds, unused flower pots, boards, or stones are their favorite hiding spots.
- Hand-pick. You can also follow up with searching for them with a flashlight at night and picking them off plants.
- Board trap. Trap them by slightly propping up one end of a small board in your garden which will give them a place to hide (remove it and dispose of the pests during the day)
- Beer trap. Place a shallow dish of either beer or a mixture of 1 cup water with 1 teaspoon each active dry yeast and sugar buried up to the rim in your garden’s soil. Pests will fall in and drown.
Prevention
To prevent future damage, there are a number of effective non-chemical measures.
- Create a gritty barrier. You can use agricultural-grade diatomaceous earth, corn or wheat bran, or coffee grounds on the soil around your plant; you must replenish it after it rains.
- Set up a copper barrier. Snails and slugs can’t cross copper so copper tape can be made into a “fence” to protect your individual plant or seedlings.
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Assassin bugs
The hunting bug is a beneficial insect that preys on aphids and beetles.
Overview
Assassin bugs are a group of insects in the Reduviidae family. Both adults and nymphs are voracious predators that eat plant pests such as stinkbugs, beetles, beetle larvae, and caterpillars. Therefore, they are beneficial to have in a garden.
Adults have elongated shield-shaped bodies that vary in size from 6 to 32 mm long. They have long, thin legs, and many species have needle-like mouthparts. They lay their eggs on the underside of plants or on bark. Eventually, the eggs hatch into nymphs which resemble smaller versions of the adults. These nymphs complete multiple instar stages before turning into adults.
Assassin bugs can occur anytime temperatures are above freezing. They typically overwinter as adults or eggs.
Solutions
Since assassin bugs are beneficial, they do not need to be controlled.
Prevention
Since assassin bugs are beneficial, it is advantageous to have them in a garden. The following will attract assassin bugs.
- Plant a diversity of plants to provide shelter.
- Avoid spraying broad-spectrum pesticides that will kill assassin bugs.
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Distribution of Broad-leaved calanthe
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Distribution Map of Broad-leaved calanthe
The broad-leaved calanthe is a plant native to temperate regions of East Asia. It thrives in its indigenous locale spanning several major islands, peninsulas, and continental eastern areas. Over time, broad-leaved calanthe has been cultivated beyond its native range, exemplifying a species that can flourish under human care in various parts of the world.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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