Paphiopedilum Cesar Maaz

A distinguished slipper orchid hybrid from the cross between Paph. Dieter Heyde and Paph. Senne Moor, inheriting the broad, well-rounded dorsal sepal and substantial, glossy pouch that define the finest complex Paphiopedilum breeding. Named in honor of Cesar Maaz, this hybrid offers collectors a bloom of impressive size, excellent substance, and lasting elegance.

• Light: Low to moderate indirect light under 60–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun at all times to protect the strap-like foliage from scorching.
• Temperature: Intermediate grower. Daytime 65–78°F (18–26°C), nighttime lows of 55–62°F (13–17°C); a moderate day-night differential supports healthy growth and reliable blooming.
• Humidity: Prefers 60–75% relative humidity; humidity trays or a humidifier work well, with good air movement to prevent crown rot in the tight leaf axils.
• Watering: Keep the substrate evenly moist at all times; Paphiopedilums lack pseudobulbs and cannot tolerate prolonged drying — water before the mix dries out completely.

Additional Notes

Best grown in a fine to medium bark mix or a blend of perlite and sphagnum moss with excellent drainage; repot every 2 years or when the mix begins to break down to prevent root rot.