Paphiopedilum Spicerianum

Native to Northeast India, Paphiopedilum Spicerianum is a compact and charming orchid that blooms with a unique flower shaped like a helmet with bold color contrast.

✅ Features:

🟢 Compact and suitable for indoor culture
🟢 Flowers have a white dorsal sepal with green and maroon markings
🟢 Hardy and beginner-friendly species
🟢 Winter bloomer

📏 Specifications:

Plant Size: 15–25 cm
Flower Color: White, green, maroon
Light Requirement: Low to moderate light
Watering: Keep moist, avoid sogginess
Temperature: 16–24°C
Humidity: 50–70%

🌿 How to Care?

💧 Water regularly, allowing top layer to dry slightly
🌞 Place in shaded indoor spots
🪴 Use bark-based medium with perlite
🌱 Fertilize monthly with orchid-specific food

🏡 Where to Use?

🌱 Excellent for tabletops and windowsills
🪴 Ideal for new orchid growers

❓ FAQs

Q: How often does it flower?
A: Typically once a year in winter with single-flower spikes.

Q: Is this a good beginner’s orchid?
A: Absolutely—it’s tough and low-maintenance.