Calanthe Hizen Hybrids Violet Flowering Plants The first plants in cultivation

The first plants in cultivation trace back to Ernest Wilson's collections in Sichuan

wide white border

each surrounded by a dramatic white margin

discovered by the late plant collector

This good grower is one of the tallest and most stunning of the Japanese cobra lilies

Calanthe Hizen Hybrids Violet Flowering Plants The first plants in cultivationThis seed strain of hardy orchid hybrids from Japan (Calanthe discolor x Calanthe aristulifera) forms basal rosettes of heavily pleated olive green leaves. The 8" flower spike emerges in early spring and contains up to a dozen flowers, each creamy to light pink with a darker pink purple lip. Each seedling is different, so the color may vary slightly. Calanthes are superb for very dark spots in the woodland garden.