Broad-leaved Helleborine (Epipactis Helleborine) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Epipactis helleborine is a terrestrial orchid known for its broad leaves and greenish-purple flowers.

Broad-leaved Helleborine

Broad-leaved Helleborine

Epipactis Helleborine

Epipactis helleborine is a terrestrial orchid known for its broad leaves and greenish-purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Broad-leaved Helleborine

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Broad-leaved Helleborine
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Taxonomy

Family:Orchidaceae
Genus:Epipactis