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Bookmark or Share- Paphiopedilum (group) - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical GardenPaphiopedilum is a genus of around 80 species of mainly terrestrial orchids native to India, southern China, and Southeast Asia. Some species will also grow on the branches of trees (epiphytic) or rocky cliffs (lithophytic).
- Paphiopedilum Culture Sheet - American Orchid SocietyThere are three types of Paphiopedilum: Mottled-leaf type – prefer warmer conditions. Green leaf type – prefer cooler conditions. Multifloral/strap-leaf types – prefer warmer conditions. Care must be taken to protect the plants from cold which can cause rot; keep humidity low and avoid moisture on leaves or in crown of the plant.
- Paphiopedilum - The American Orchid SocietyAcaulous terrestrials, lithophytes, and epiphytes forming fan-shaped growths. Leaves alternate, distichous, plain or marbled/mottled. Inflorescences erect, usually scapose, solitary flowers or racemes, simultaneously or sequentially flowered. Flowers variable in color.
- How to Grow and Care for Paphiopedilum Orchid - The SprucePaphiopedilum orchids, also called slipper orchids, are a type of terrestrial orchid known for their pouch-shaped petals that resemble a dainty slipper. Paphiopedilums are part of the sub-family Cypripedioideae, or lady's slipper family.
- Paphiopedilum philippinense - American Orchid SocietyPaphiopedilum philippinense has been in cultivation for over 100 years. In the early years, it was rediscovered, renamed and redescribed multiple times, leading to a conclusion by some that this is a highly variable species in color, shape and size.
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