Large Whorled Pogonia

About Large Whorled Pogonia

Isotria verticillata is a terrestrial flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Canada and the United States. It can grow in sun, part shade and shade. It produces green or yellow blooms with three long madder-purple sepals during late spring and early summer.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Isotria verticillata

Genus

Isotria

Family

Orchidaceae

Order

Asparagales

Also known as

Large whorled pogonia and purple fiveleaf orchid

How to care for Large Whorled Pogonia

💦 Water

How often to water your Large Whorled Pogonia

Large Whorled Pogonia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Large Whorled Pogonia in your home

Large Whorled Pogonia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Large Whorled Pogonia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Large Whorled Pogonia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Large Whorled Pogonia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Large Whorled Pogonia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Large Whorled Pogonia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Large Whorled Pogonia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Large Whorled Pogonia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Large Whorled Pogonia grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Large Whorled Pogonia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.