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Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens
Also Known As
- Cypripedium pubescens
- American Valerian
- Lady's Slipper
- Nerveroot
- Noah's Ark
- Whippoorwill's Shoe
- Yellow Lady's Slipper
- Yellow Moccasin Flower
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, orchid
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens plant details
Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber or orchid with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly 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 parviflorum var. pubescens
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, ephemeral, native plant, rare, showy, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens plant
How to Grow Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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aka Cypripedium 'Gisela', Cypripedium 'Gisela' (Frosch®), Gisela Ladyslipper
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Orchid
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 12"-20"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Cypripedium 'Lothar Pinkepank', Lothar Pinkepank Hardy Perennial Ladyslipper Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
3a-8a
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 8"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka Cypripedium 'Paul', Cypripedium 'Paul' (Frosch®), Paul Hardy Ladyslipper Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-13"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Cypripedium 'Philipp', Philipp Hardy Ladyslipper Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka Cypripedium 'Victoria', Victoria Hardy Perennial Ladyslipper Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
4a-7b
Size
Height: 12"-20"
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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