Cypripedium subtropicum
Also known as: The Subtropical Cypripedium or Cypripedium singchii in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
General Information
The Subtropical Cypripedium is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae.
Altitude
1400 - 1400 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3.75 - 3.75 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 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 elliptic, lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer
Blooming Season
- 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.
