Phragmipedium Zapatilla de la Virgen

My Phrag. Zapatilla arrived securely and safe. I was impressed with the size and health of this orchid having traveled all the way from Ecuador to Kentucky, USA. Communication from Ecuagenera was excellent. I will definitely order again and soon!

I love this plant with thick leathery leaves. There are already 2 flowerspikes coming up, can t waith to see the flowers with long petals.

The presumably new batch, all previously bloomed, plant size is a third smaller than original. Orchid in bloom now, the flower looks like a giant version of Predator. Nothing like a 18 inches plus long petals.Where or what happened to this cross, wallisii or humboldtii?Too big a risk to buy Zaptilla de Virgen. Buy the zaptilla from the auction only as you will see the bloom.

The presumably new batch, all previously bloomed, plant size is a third smaller than original. Orchid in bloom now, the flower looks like a giant version of Predator. Nothing like a 18 inches plus long petals. Where or what happened to this cross, wallisii or humboldtii? Too big a risk to buy Zaptilla de Virgen. Buy the zaptilla from the auction only as you will see the bloom.

Picked up this plant three weeks ago with the first bud just opening. It has continued to bloom, with currently six open flowers and two more buds PLUS new growth and roots. Easily filled a 6" pot, and never skipped a beat with shipping and repotting. So very happy with this plant!