Cypripedium henryi Aloysia three petals of violet purple

three petals of violet purple (RHS 70A)

'Fused Veins'

The problem is poorly stored dormant bulbs

The stalks are topped

Cypripedium henryi Aloysia three petals of violet purple(aka: Cypripedium sinensis) We've longed to offer Cypripedium henryi, but waiting eight years for seed propagated plants to reach flower size is an exercise in patience. Cypripedium henryi is a small growing ladyslipper orchid from Central to Southern China (Gansu, Guizhou, Hubei, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan), where it inhabits moist, organic, alkaline soils from 2,500' 7,500' elevation. When happy in the garden, the 18" tall Cypripedium henryi