Phragmipedium are new world ladyslippers that grow from Mexico down through the central and northern parts of South America. They can be found growing on rock outcroppings …

Jan 27, 2018 · The most important tips for phrag care: keep their roots continuously moist (or even wet) and beware of the plant’s temperature requirements and limitations—many are cool …

Phragmipediums are found in Mexico through South America. Most of the species of this group grow in a terrestrial manner. This may be either loose, forest litter or light, friable soils rich in …

Root rot is another key issue with Phrags. Roots will start to turn brown and mushy that can be observed through the transparent pot, causing fungal problems if left untreated. The disease is …

Grow Phragmipedium in pots in a medium grade potting mixture that includes some moisture-retaining ingredients such as sphagnum moss. Provide bright light levels under intermediate to …

Phragmipediums are a mostly South American genus of lady slipper orchids, though some are found as far north as Mexico, and also have cousins called Mexipedium and Selenipedium in …

Feb 21, 2024 · Phragmipedium orchids are beautiful plants and easy to care for. With a little attention, you can keep them healthy, beautiful, and ready to bloom in your cultivation area. …

Apr 18, 2019 · I chose using a Phragmipedium as the subject for the example as it is one of my favorite genera of orchids, and a variety that not too many are breeding with as they are not a …

Many of the species that make up these hybrids come from habitats where water is moving by their roots. Even when it is not raining water is seeping from higher ground and slowly trickling …

Sep 16, 2009 · There are some 20 or so species of Phragmipedium, which come from Central and South America. They form a group of Slipper Orchids, distinct from the Asiatic …