Paphiopedilum spicerianum Begoniaceae Medium-green leaves indicate ideal light

Medium-green leaves indicate ideal light levels

Best accommodated in a coarse

displaying broad translucent sepals forming an open cup around a prominent globose labellum with outswept contrasting petals

a cool to intermediate grower requiring stable cool conditions and constant air movement

Paphiopedilum spicerianum Begoniaceae Medium-green leaves indicate ideal lightA classic slipper orchid from the cloud forests of northeastern India and Myanmar, instantly recognizable by its distinctive dorsal sepal broad, white, and marked with a central purple stripe. It produces a single, elegant flower per stem with a glossy, helmet shaped pouch and gracefully undulating petals. Light: Low to medium indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which damages the soft foliage. Temperature: 5578F (1326C).