| Common Name | European Lady's Slipper |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Cypripedium |
| Species | Calceolus |
| Origin | Europe, Asia |
| Blooming | Late spring to early summer, fragrant flowers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to bright green |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Loamy, humus-rich, well-draining calcareous soil mix or specialized orchid bark blend.
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged during growth. Reduce watering after foliage dies back in autumn.
Deep shade required during summer; prefers dappled light woodland conditions. Avoid direct sun which scorches leaves.
Feed weakly with balanced fertilizer every two weeks during active growth (April-June). Stop feeding after flowering.
Remove dead flower stalks after blooming. Allow foliage to yellow and die naturally before cutting at soil level.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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