Description
Some of the northern species can withstand extreme cold, growing under the snow and blooming when the snow melts. But, in the wild, some have become rare and close to extinction, due to an ever shrinking natural habitat and over-collection
Cypripedium parviflorum, commonly known as yellow lady s slipper, moccasin flower, or hairy yellow ladyslipper is a lady s slipper orchid found in North America.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name |
Yellow ladys slipper, moccasin flower |
Maximum Reachable Height |
1.50 to 2.50 feet |
Flower Colour |
Creamy yellow with purplish brown sepals |
Bloom Time |
April to June |
Difficulty Level |
Eeasy to grow |
Planting and care
The Lady Slipper, s need for shade translates into placement by an east or west window that, s covered with a sheer or venetian blinds. The Lady Slipper plant can even thrive in an interior setting like a coffee table or interior kitchen counter.
Cypripedium parviflorum care
Best grown in rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Likes moist boggy areas. Prefers part shade with 1-2 hours of morning or evening sun in cool summer climates with moderately cold winte Best performance occurs in USDA Zones 3-7 (Zone 8 if plants are given additional shade
Sunlight |
Full Sun |
Watering |
Medium |
Soil |
Well-drained soil |
Temperature |
70 to 78 degrees C (21 to 26 degrees C). |
Fertilizer |
Apply any organic fertilizer |
Cypripedium parviflorum special feature
Moist woodland areas. This rare plant will be very difficult to obtain in commerce.
Cypripedium parviflorum uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose