Cypripedium acaule

Also Known As

Moccasin Flower
Pink Lady's Slipper

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

Cypripedium acaule plant details

Cypripedium acaule is a challenging to grow broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cypripedium acaule

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium acaule

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another plant here for educational purposes only. I don't know anyone that has successfully grown this plant in the garden. Seems that there is a primitive mycorhizal fungal relationship with soil fungi. If you see this plant in the wild, enjoy it, but leave it alone.

By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

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Gardening facts about Cypripedium acaule plant

How to Grow Cypripedium acaule

Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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