Paphiopedilum Leeanum gx

<em>Paphiopedilum</em> Leeanum gx Valeria Valkova
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Conservatory Greenhouse

A tender evergreen hybrid slipper orchid to 30cm tall, with oval green leaves. Flowers are borne singly on long stems, usually in winter or early spring, though they may appear year round when grown under glass. Flowers are up to 10cm across and have a dark burgundy pouch, pale green petals with burgundy veining, and a burgundy speckled, pale green hood fading to white

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1B

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Orchidaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright
Genus
Paphiopedilum are mainly terrestrial, and lithophytic or epiphytic. They lack pseudobulbs and produce short stems with strap-shaped leathery leaves. Each shoot ends in a solitary flower or racemes of 2-8 flowers each with a distinctive variably-shaped lip or pouch
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow under glass in a terrestrial orchid compost, with added crushed bark and dolomitic limestone chips, and shade from hot summer sun. Provide high humidity in the growing season but do not mist. In winter, move to a position in full light and water sparingly. See slipper orchid cultivation for more detailed advice

Propagation

Propagate by rooting offsets that develop on the edges of established clumps

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to red spider mites, mealybugs and aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free