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Paphiopedilum 'Leeanum'

 

Slipper Orchid 'Leeanum'

Slipper orchids are mostly terrestrial orchids (i.e. they grow in the ground), but unlike many other terrestrial orchids, they do not produce pseudobulbs at the base of their stems. They are relatively easy to grow, as long as they have moderate to high humidity (50-70%), and temperatures ranging from 10-25°C (50-77°F) with a minimum winter temperature of 10-13°C (50-55°F). The mottled-leaved varieties need a warmer temperature - a minimum night temperature of 18°C (65°F) and a daytime temperature of 20-30°C (68-86°F) with high humidity. Slipper orchids need bright, indirect light. They can bloom at any time of the year, but generally flower from mid to late Autumn through to early Spring, with the flowers lasting up to 3 months. The common name "Slipper Orchid" comes from the flower's lip being slipper-shaped. 'Leeanum' is a cross between Paphiopedilum insigne as the seed parent and Paphiopedilum spicerianum as the pollen contributor

 
plant Features
  • Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes partial shade

    Partial shade

  • Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes occasional watering

    Occasional watering

  • Slipper Orchid Leeanum is not frost hardy

    Not Frost hardy

  • Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes moist and free draining

    Moist and free draining

 
plant information

Common name

Slipper Orchid 'Leeanum'

Latin name

Paphiopedilum 'Leeanum'

type

Flowering plant

family

Orchidaceae

ph

5.0 - 7.5 Acid - Neutral

  • Light

    Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes partial shade

    Partial shade

  • Frost

    Slipper Orchid Leeanum is not frost hardy

    Not Frost hardy

  • Soil

    Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes moist and free draining

    Moist and free draining

  • Water

    Slipper Orchid Leeanum likes occasional watering

    Occasional watering

Plant & bloom calendar

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    Best time to plant
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    When the plant will bloom

full grown dimensions

The size of a fully grown Slipper Orchid Leeanum is 0.30meters x 0.30meters 0.30 M 0.30 M

Paphiopedilum 'Leeanum'

Slipper orchids are mostly terrestrial orchids (i.e. they grow in the ground), but unlike many other terrestrial orchids, they do not produce pseudobulbs at the base of their stems. They are relatively easy to grow, as long as they have moderate to high humidity (50-70%), and temperatures ranging from 10-25°C (50-77°F) with a minimum winter temperature of 10-13°C (50-55°F). The mottled-leaved varieties need a warmer temperature - a minimum night temperature of 18°C (65°F) and a daytime temperature of 20-30°C (68-86°F) with high humidity. Slipper orchids need bright, indirect light. They can bloom at any time of the year, but generally flower from mid to late Autumn through to early Spring, with the flowers lasting up to 3 months. The common name "Slipper Orchid" comes from the flower's lip being slipper-shaped. 'Leeanum' is a cross between Paphiopedilum insigne as the seed parent and Paphiopedilum spicerianum as the pollen contributor


Flowering

From Late Winter TO Early Spring

Slipper orchids generally flower from late winter to early Spring, but flowers can appear at any time of the year. Flowers last up to three months, and may need support with a stake.

 

Planting young plants

From Early Spring TO Late Winter

They prefer warm to cool temperatures and a growing medium of terrestrial orchid mix. Ensure good light levels in winter, as these are essential to encourage flowering. An east- or west-facing window would be ideal. Move to a shadier spot in summer and protect from direct sunshine.

 
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