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Re: [SG] Monotropa uniflora ( Indian pipe )

Hello Cyan,
        I have heard of a couple of reports on this plant being grown in the
garden. It does require matching their native environment. Lots of rotted
duff. If you are truly determined find yourself a rotted stump and drag
that home to dig into the shade garden. keep it mulched with acidic leaves
such as oak or pine needles. Try and collect some seeds if you know of a
stand. it is rare enough that I would not disturb an existing stand. The
Indian Pipe is a member of the Wintergreen family (Pyrolaceae) along with
the Pinesap.
         I do not have seeds of this one, but I do have a few seeds of the
Squawroot or Conopholis americana. Not quite as erie, but it is along those
lines. This one will require a host such as oak or beech tree roots.
        Gene Bush     Southern Indiana    Zone 6a     Munchkin Nursery
          around the woods - around the world
genebush@otherside.com     http://www.munchkinnursery.com
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> From: Cyan  Engsun <Cyan451762@AOL.COM>
> To: shadegardens@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
> Subject: [SG] Monotropa uniflora ( Indian pipe )
> Date: Friday, July 24, 1998 3:23 PM
>
>   Hi, I was wondering if any wildflower enthusiasts have tryed
> to grow this plant? It looks fascinating,all white,almost translucent.
>   My book says it grows in rich deep woods with ample duff. What
> is duff? It also says it can't be transplanted. Does anyone know of a
> good wildflower seed source for the midwest?
>   Has anyone ever even seen this plant? I know I haven't.
>         Thanks,
>               Cyan-zone 4 St.Paul,MN
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