Cypripedium elegans
Also known as: The Elegant Cypripedium in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
Native to: Bhutan
General Information
The Elegant Cypripedium is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae native to Bhutan.
Altitude
2400 - 4000 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.25 - 1.25 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Summer
Climate
Grows at high elevations.
Fertiliser
These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.
