Photo of Cypripedium macranthos flower by Keeping it Green Nursery

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Cypripedium macranthos

Also Known As

  • Lady's Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

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Cypripedium macranthos plant details

Cypripedium macranthos is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cypripedium macranthos

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium macranthos

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blooms: spring, creamy white w/ brown, attractive pleated foliage Zone 2-9. 12"-24", China, part shade-shade, moist, well drained

Gardening facts about Cypripedium macranthos plant

How to Grow Cypripedium macranthos

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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