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Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

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Meet the Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

Paphiopedilum orchids, commonly known as Lady Slipper Orchids, are tropical and subtropical orchids native to Southeast Asia, including regions of India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. They are named for their distinctive pouch-shaped flower, which resembles a slipper and helps trap pollinators in the wild. These orchids naturally grow on forest floors or rocky limestone areas in warm, humid environments with filtered light. Their unusual blooms and beautifully mottled foliage make them highly prized among orchid collectors.

Why You'll Love It

  • Love long-lasting, colourful blooms
  • Want an elegant, flowering houseplant
  • Enjoy bright, dramatic indoor flowers

Growing & Care

Bright indirect light. Water weekly in lukewarm water from the bottom allowing it to drain afterwards. medium to high humidity. A balanced Orchid Feed. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 20- 30 cm wide and a height of Up 40-50 cm tall with time.

Repotting

Every 1-2 years.

A Few Things to Watch For

  • Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
  • Cold draughts
  • Prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves
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Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid) Care Tips

  • Care Difficulty

    Easy To Care For

  • Light Preference

    Bright indirect light.

  • Temperature

  • Plant Height

  • Watering

    Water weekly in lukewarm water from the bottom allowing it to drain afterwards.

  • Humidity

    medium to high humidity.

  • Toxicity

    Pet safe — though it's still sensible to keep foliage out of pets' reach to avoid damage

  • How Does It Grow?

    Moderate during spring and summer growth rate; reaching Up 40-50 cm tall with time; Occasional, to manage size or old foliage.
Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

The Story Behind the Paphiopedilum orchid (Lady slipper Orchid)

Paphiopedilum orchids, commonly known as Lady Slipper Orchids, are tropical and subtropical orchids native to Southeast Asia, including regions of India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. They are named for their distinctive pouch-shaped flower, which resembles a slipper and helps trap pollinators in the wild.

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