Family: Orchidaceae
(or-kid-AY-see-ee) Genus: Cypripedium (sip-rih-PEE-dee-um) Species: californicum (kal-ih-FOR-nik-um)
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Category PerennialsWater Requirements Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between wateringsSun Exposure Full SunSun to Partial Shade Light Shade Foliage HerbaceousVelvet/Fuzzy Foliage Color UnknownHeight 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)36-48 in. (90-120 cm) Spacing 15-18 in. (38-45 cm)Hardiness USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger Parts of plant are poisonous if ingestedHandling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction Bloom Color GreenWhite/Near White Bloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Spring/Early SummerMid Summer Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) Patent Information UnknownPropagation Methods By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds |