Paphiopedilum

Very beautiful orchid which bears solitary but distinctive exotic looking flowers

Generic	Paphiopedilum
Species
Varietry
Common Name	Slipper Orchid
Flower Colour	mixed colours
Soil
Aspect	Partial shade
Foliage	Evergreen
Height	30cm
Family	Orchidaceae
Spread	15cm
Growth Speed
Growth Habit	Clump-forming
Fragrance	FALSE
Foliage Colour	green
Flowers From	May, July
Colour Fruit
Fruits When
Moisture	Moist, Well drained
Protection
Hardiness	Max temp 86°F / 30°C, Min temp 55°F / 12°C
Planting
Care	Water with rain water, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter
Border	Houseplant, Conservatory plant
Toxicity
Pruning
Pruning Time
Pests and diseases	Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Aphids
Maintenance	Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity
Propagation	Stem cuttings