Venus Slipper Orchid, Lady Slipper Orchid, Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum, Paphiopedilum sukhakulii f. aureum
Paphiopedilum sukhakulii (Sukhakul’s Paphiopedilum) is a small semi-terrestrial orchid boasting large flowers, 5-6 in. across (12-15 cm). Each blossom features a yellowish-green to reddish-brown pouch, a broadly oval upper white sepal with longitudinal green lines, and green lower sepals with purple dots. Blooming in the late winter and spring, the flowers are borne singly on upright purple-brown stems. This orchid can flower twice per year and the flowers can last for 6-8 weeks. The attractive foliage of dark and light green mottled, narrowly elliptic leaves, up to 10 in. long (25 cm), is slightly dotted with red dots. The colorful leaves make this orchid an attractive houseplant even when it is not in bloom. Native to Northeast Thailand, Paphiopedilum sukhakulii grows in leafy sand-clay linens, usually along mountain streams, in the partial shade of large trees at heights of 780-3280 ft. (240-1000 m). A particularly ornamental species for the flowers as well as for the foliage.
Hardiness |
9 - 12 |
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Plant Type | Houseplants, Orchids |
Plant Family | Orchidaceae |
Genus | Paphiopedilum |
Common names | Orchid, Lady Slipper Orchid |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Winter |
Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
Hardiness |
9 - 12 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Houseplants, Orchids |
Plant Family | Orchidaceae |
Genus | Paphiopedilum |
Common names | Orchid, Lady Slipper Orchid |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Winter |
Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
How many Paphiopedilum sukhakulii (Sukhakul’s Paphiopedilum) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Paphiopedilum sukhakulii (Sukhakul’s Paphiopedilum) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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