Cypripedium sichuanense
Also known as: The Sichuan Cypripedium or Cypripedium margaritaceum ssp. sichuanense in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
Native to: Sichuan - China
General Information
The Sichuan Cypripedium is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae native to China. It is named after a Province of China.
Altitude
2380 - 2380 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3.8 - 4.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
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.
