Acidanthera bicolor muielae

Peacock Orchid, Gladiolus callianthus, Abssyinian

As with its relative the Gladiolus, Acidanthera's spikes of fragrant, creamy white flowers make excellent cut flowers. Individual, 2- to 3-inch-wide blossoms are star-shaped with deep chocolate brown or crimson-purple centers. Plants have sword-shaped leaves. Dig up and store dormant corms. In spring, plant 4 to 6 inches deep in masses for naturalizing in warm climates or in containers.

The most common Peacock Orchid, it grows taller than the ordinary species.

Attributes - Acidanthera bicolor muielae

Plant Type: Bulb

Bloom Season: Late Summer through Early Fall

Flower Color: White

Foliage: Deciduous

Height: 2 ft. to 3 ft.

Width: 1 ft. 6 in.

Sunlight: Full Sun

Climate: Zones 9, 10

Notes: Container Plants, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy Flowers. Susceptible to Aphids.

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