Philippine Ground Orchid
Spathoglottis plicata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
FL
Pollinators
bees
Philippine ground orchid produces elegant purple or pink flowers on tall spikes above clumps of pleated green leaves. This terrestrial orchid blooms nearly year-round and forms neat, compact clumps that work well in shaded garden beds.
In an HOA neighborhood
Philippine Ground Orchid takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Not native to the United States
- May be viewed as exotic/tropical rather than traditional landscaping
- Could spread beyond intended areas
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and other pollinators throughout most of the year due to the extended blooming period.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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