Paphiopedilum Joyce Hasegawa

Paphiopedilum Joyce Hasegawa is a registered primary hybrid of Paphiopedilum delenatii × Paphiopedilum emersonii.

This is an especially interesting hybrid because both parents belong to the Parvisepalum group, giving it a compact plant habit and attractive, rounded flowers. The flowers can range from white to light pink, and the hybrid is also reported to be fragrant.

Care Tips:

• Light: Provide moderate, filtered light. Avoid strong direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
• Watering: Keep the medium evenly moist but not waterlogged. Avoid allowing the roots to remain completely dry for extended periods.
• Growing Medium: Use a moisture-retentive but well-aerated Paphiopedilum mix, such as fine bark, perlite and suitable organic material.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate to high humidity with good air circulation.
• Temperature: Intermediate to cool conditions are suitable. Around 18–26°C (65–79°F) during the day works well, with slightly cooler nights beneficial.
• Fertilizing: Use a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth. Flush the medium periodically to prevent fertilizer-salt accumulation.
• Airflow: Provide gentle, continuous airflow, especially under high humidity.
• Potting: Use a relatively small pot with good drainage. Repot when the growing medium begins to break down.
• Flowering: Keep conditions stable while buds are developing. Avoid sudden changes in temperature, watering or light.