Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
susanae
ID:
1324296

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.González & Lizb.Hern.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Orquídeas Occid. Mex. 1: 7 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336750



Common Names

  • Cypripedium Susanae
  • Susana's Cypripedium
  • Susana's Lady's Slipper


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Description

Cypripedium susanae (also called the 'Susanna's slipper', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to the Himalayas. It has a single, large, white flower with a yellow-green lip and a yellow-green, pouch-like sac. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cypripedium susanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cypripedium susanae has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cypripedium susanae is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is hardy to USDA Zone 9. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Cypripedium susanae

Cypripedium susanae is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Cypripedium susanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cypripedium susanae?

Cypripedium susanae

What kind of plant is Cypripedium susanae?

It is a species of orchid

Where is Cypripedium susanae found?

It is found in Mexico

Species in the Cypripedium genus

Cypripedium herae, Cypripedium sichuanense, Cypripedium acaule, Cypripedium alaskanum, Cypripedium andrewsii, Cypripedium arietinum, Cypripedium bardolphianum, Cypripedium calceolus, Cypripedium calcicola, Cypripedium californicum, Cypripedium candidum, Cypripedium catherinae, Cypripedium columbianum, Cypripedium cordigerum, Cypripedium debile, Cypripedium dickinsonianum, Cypripedium elegans, Cypripedium fargesii, Cypripedium farreri, Cypripedium fasciculatum, Cypripedium fasciolatum, Cypripedium flavum, Cypripedium formosanum, Cypripedium forrestii, Cypripedium franchetii, Cypripedium guttatum, Cypripedium henryi, Cypripedium himalaicum, Cypripedium irapeanum, Cypripedium japonicum, Cypripedium kentuckiense, Cypripedium lentiginosum, Cypripedium lichiangense, Cypripedium ludlowii, Cypripedium luzmarianum, Cypripedium macranthos, Cypripedium margaritaceum, Cypripedium micranthum, Cypripedium molle, Cypripedium montanum, Cypripedium palangshanense, Cypripedium parviflorum, Cypripedium passerinum, Cypripedium plectrochilum, Cypripedium reginae, Cypripedium segawae, Cypripedium shanxiense, Cypripedium subtropicum, Cypripedium taibaiense, Cypripedium tibeticum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Roberto González Tamayo (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.González' in the authors string.
Lizbeth Hernández Hernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lizb.Hern.' in the authors string.