The lady's slipper (Cypripedium calceolus) is a species of orchid native to the temperate latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. It got its name due to its shape, which resembles a shoe or shoe.
The lady's slipper is a rare and protected species that grows in nature mainly on damp and acidic soils in forests, meadows and swamps. These plants can reach a height of up to 50 cm and have one or two flowers that appear at the top of the stem.
The lady's slipper has long been valued for its beauty and decorativeness, and is often used to decorate gardens and parks. However, in nature, this species is endangered due to human impact, including logging, waterlogging and disposal of aquifers. In some countries, the lady's slipper is recognized as a natural monument and protected by law.
