Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Cypripedium

Species:

Cypripedium ×alaskanum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Red, Yellow, Green, Purple, Brown

Native Range

United States: Alaska

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cool, shaded environments

Germination Information