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Description
Cypripedium Fasciculatum is a species of orchid native to western North America. It is also known as the clustered lady’s slipper or the late yellow lady’s slipper. This orchid typically grows in damp forests, meadows, and along streambanks. It is a terrestrial orchid, which means it grows in soil rather than on trees like many other orchids. The plant can grow up to 60cm tall and produces up to 10 flowers per stem.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Cypripedium |
Appearance
The flowers of Cypripedium Fasciculatum are yellow and can grow up to 5cm wide. They have three sepals and three petals, with the lower petal modified to form a pouch-like structure called the labellum. The labellum is the most distinctive feature of the flower, as it is shaped like a slipper. The leaves of the plant are oval-shaped and can grow up to 20cm long. They are a bluish-green color and have prominent veins.
Care Guide
Cypripedium Fasciculatum requires specific care to thrive. Here are some tips for caring for this orchid:- Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant deeply once a week, allowing excess water to drain away.- Fertilization: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: The plant prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil. A mixture of peat moss, perlite, and bark works well.- Sunlight: Cypripedium Fasciculatum prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch the leaves.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 6-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Cypripedium Fasciculatum can be susceptible to several pests and diseases, including:- Slugs and snails: These pests can damage the leaves and flowers.- Aphids: These sap-sucking insects can cause distorted growth and spread viral diseases.- Root rot: Overwatering or poor drainage can lead to root rot, which can be fatal to the plant.
Habitat
Cypripedium Fasciculatum is native to western North America, where it grows in damp forests, meadows, and along streambanks. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Cypripedium Fasciculatum be grown indoors?
A: It is possible to grow this orchid indoors, but it requires specific conditions, such as high humidity and bright, indirect light.
Q: How often should I fertilize Cypripedium Fasciculatum?
A: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Q: Is Cypripedium Fasciculatum a threatened species?
A: Yes, this orchid is considered a threatened species in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and over-collection.
Q: How long do the flowers of Cypripedium Fasciculatum last?
A: The flowers can last for several weeks, but individual flowers only last for a few days.
Related Plants
Here are some other orchids in the Cypripedium genus:- Cypripedium acaule (pink lady’s slipper)- Cypripedium californicum (California lady’s slipper)- Cypripedium parviflorum (yellow lady’s slipper)
References
– USDA Plants Database: Cypripedium fasciculatum– Lady Slipper Orchid Club: Cypripedium fasciculatum– Pacific Bulb Society: Cypripedium fasciculatum
