Isla Kelsall: Cypripedium: Hardy Slipper Orchid Species and Hybrids and How to Grow Them

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Cypripedium: Hardy Slipper Orchid Species and Hybrids and How to Grow Them

About the Author Werner Frosch is the leading breeder of Cypripedium hybrids. Based in Germany, he has travelled widely to see Cypripedium species in the wild in China and the USA. Most hybrids available in trade were raised by Werner. Phillip Cribb is a leading specialist on the taxonomy and conservation of orchids. He was Deputy Keeper of the Herbarium and Curator of the Orchid Herbarium at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, until his retirement in 2006.

Phillip prepared the first modern monograph on Cypripedium in 1989 (Kew Publishing), and has seen nearly all of the species in their natural habitats over a period of over 30 years.

He also has a passionate interest in the conservation of the species. Co-author of many publications including Guide to the Flowers of Western China (Kew Publishing, 2011), Growing Hardy Orchids (Kew Publishing, 2011), and The Genus Cymbidium (Kew Publishing, 2011).

This is a photographic account of the hardy slipper orchid genus Cypripedium and its hybrids.

Consumer review about Cypripedium: Hardy Slipper Orchid Species and Hybrids and How to Grow Them :
Yet another very well presented and beautifully produced orchid book from Kew. Clear presentation of facts with quality photographs provide an update on previous works. A fortunate combination of a leading botanical authority and a leading hybridist and cultivator provides a balanced guide that now includes not just species but the hybrids too. Helpful insights into cultivation are also provided.(Read more)