About
Cypripedium japonicum, the Japanese lady's slipper, is a graceful terrestrial orchid from Japan and China producing the characteristic broad, fan-like, pleated leaves and pouched, slipper-shaped flowers � typically green, pink-spotted and with a pink lip � of the genus. A rewarding specialist orchid for a moist, cool, partly shaded position.
About the genus
Cypripedium, the lady's slipper orchids, are terrestrial orchids with slender rhizomes, broad, pleated, lance-shaped leaves and distinctive, pouched, slipper-shaped flowers in white, pink, red, purple or yellow. Among the most sought-after of all temperate orchids, they require excellent drainage and cool, partly shaded conditions.
Plant details
Suggested usesIndoor display, conservatories, sheltered positions.
Care notes
CultivationGrow in specialist orchid compost. Provide bright, indirect light.
PruningRemove spent flower spikes. Repot when crowded.
PropagationDivide when repotting or grow from backbulbs.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.