Cypripedium micranthum
Also known as: The Small Flowered Cypripedium in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
General Information
The Small Flowered Cypripedium is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae.
Altitude
2000 - 2500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3.75 - 3.75 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 lance shaped 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.
