Get ready to be the envy of all your friends (and even some strangers)! This unique plant boasts a strikingly full and round shape, covered in masses of spots, set against a gorgeous yellow backdrop. It's the perfect addition to any home looking for that extra pop of personality.
This hybrid, a combination of (Benkei x leucochilum) and bellatulum, crossed with hangianum, has a diverse range of preferred temperatures. Some parents favour cool to warm climates while others thrive in hotter conditions. To ensure optimal growth, we suggest maintaining a consistently warm temperature for this plant throughout the year.
The photo that shows on each available variant is indicative of the size plant that you will receive. Size B plants can be expected to reach flowering size in 2-2.5 years; Size B+ plants in 18-24months (depending on the flowering season and time of purchase). Please check carefully when selecting options to avoid “size surprise”.
Paphiopedilum, found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia reaching as far north as southern China, are commonly known as Slipper Orchids. Paphiopedilums are quite easy to cultivate and therefore popular among orchid enthusiasts. Depending on where you are growing them in NZ you can grow them outdoors in sheltered, shady corners of your garden, or indoors in the cooler parts of the house.
