Yellow Lady's Slipper (Cypripedium Parviflorum) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with expert care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cypripedium parviflorum is a North American orchid known for its distinctive yellow pouch-like flowers and widespread distribution across the United States and Canada.

Yellow Lady's Slipper

Yellow Lady's Slipper

Cypripedium Parviflorum

Cypripedium parviflorum is a North American orchid known for its distinctive yellow pouch-like flowers and widespread distribution across the United States and Canada.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Expert
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Lady's Slipper

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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

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Growth Hack

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Yellow Lady's Slipper
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Taxonomy

Family:Orchidaceae
Genus:Cypripedium