Ram's Head Lady's Slipper (Cypripedium Arietinum) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with expert care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-6. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A rare, small terrestrial orchid with a distinctive ram’s-head-shaped pouch and crimson veining.

Ram's Head Lady's Slipper

Ram's Head Lady's Slipper

Cypripedium Arietinum

A rare, small terrestrial orchid with a distinctive ram’s-head-shaped pouch and crimson veining.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
2-6

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Ram's Head Lady's Slipper

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Ram's Head Lady's Slipper
Ram's Head Lady's Slipper detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Orchidaceae
Genus:Cypripedium