How to tend a Cypripedium flavum

Also known as: Cypripedium luteum Franch.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like half shade, grows in places with scattered light or shade properly, avoid direct light

Soil

Slightly acidic sandy soil with loose texture or special humus soil

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Orchidaceae, Cypripedium
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-July
Flower colors
yellow, purple red
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