Cypripedium taibaiense
Also known as: The Mt. Taibai Cypripedium in the subfamily: Cypripedioideae
Native to: China
General Information
The Mt. Taibai Cypripedium is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Cypripedioideae native to China. The name referes to its being found on Mount Taibai in southern Shaanxi China.
Altitude
2600 - 3300 m
0
2500
Flower Size
7.5 - 7.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °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 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.
