Cypripedium lichiangense
Also known as: The Lijiang Cypripedium in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
Native to: China
General Information
The Lijiang Cypripedium is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae native to China. It is named after the Town in Yunnan Province China.
Altitude
2600 - 3500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
5 - 5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °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
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.
