Lady's slipper orchid (Cypripedium calceolus)

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Cypripedium calceolus

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Common name: Lady's slipper orchid
Taxonomy: Family: Orchidaceae · Genus: Cypripedium

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Partly general data for the genus Cypripedium

Watermedium

Lightshade

Humiditymediumgeneral genus data

Min. temperature-30 °C

Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●●●○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data

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Cypripedium tip: Plant it in part shade in loose, humus-rich gritty soil that never waterlogs.

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Lady's slipper orchid – what to know

Lady's slipper orchid (Cypripedium calceolus) – family: Orchidaceae, genus: Cypripedium. Care guidelines: light: shade; water: medium; min. -30 °C. It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Lady's slipper orchid?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Lady's slipper orchid need?

It copes well with partial shade and darker spots; keep it out of harsh direct sun.

How cold can Lady's slipper orchid get?

Frost-hardy to about -30 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.

Is Lady's slipper orchid toxic to cats and dogs?

It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.

When does Lady's slipper orchid flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Cypripedium: Typical flowering time: May, June.

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