Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
philippinense
ID:
264813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 480 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264145

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum philippinense
  • Philippine Slipper Orchid
  • Philippine Lady Slipper Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Cordula philippinensis Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium cannartianum hort. [unknown]
  • Cypripedium philippinense Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum philippinense (also called Philippine Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Philippines. It has a single, leathery, oval-shaped leaf and a single, large, mottled flower with a pouch-like lip. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum philippinense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its aesthetic value in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paphiopedilum philippinense var. roebelenii (Veitch) P.J.Cribb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum philippinense is a large, waxy bloom with a yellow-green dorsal sepal and a white-green petal. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum philippinense is a terrestrial orchid species that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers to be grown in partial shade, with temperatures ranging from 16-25°C. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum philippinense

Paphiopedilum philippinense can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Philippines.

Paphiopedilum philippinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum philippinense?

Paphiopedilum philippinense

What is the common name of Paphiopedilum philippinense?

Philippine Slipper Orchid

What type of soil does Paphiopedilum philippinense prefer?

Humus-rich, well-drained soil

Species in the Paphiopedilum genus

Paphiopedilum acmodontum, Paphiopedilum adductum, Paphiopedilum appletonianum, Paphiopedilum areeanum, Paphiopedilum argus, Paphiopedilum armeniacum, Paphiopedilum barbatum, Paphiopedilum barbigerum, Paphiopedilum bellatulum, Paphiopedilum braemii, Paphiopedilum bullenianum, Paphiopedilum burbidgei, Paphiopedilum callosum, Paphiopedilum charlesworthii, Paphiopedilum ciliolare, Paphiopedilum coccineum, Paphiopedilum concolor, Paphiopedilum dalatense, Paphiopedilum dayanum, Paphiopedilum delenatii, Paphiopedilum dianthum, Paphiopedilum dixlerianum, Paphiopedilum druryi, Paphiopedilum emersonii, Paphiopedilum expansum, Paphiopedilum exul, Paphiopedilum fairrieanum, Paphiopedilum fanaticum, Paphiopedilum fowliei, Paphiopedilum frankeanum, Paphiopedilum gigantifolium, Paphiopedilum glanduliferum, Paphiopedilum glaucophyllum, Paphiopedilum godefroyae, Paphiopedilum gratrixianum, Paphiopedilum grussianum, Paphiopedilum hangianum, Paphiopedilum haynaldianum, Paphiopedilum helenae, Paphiopedilum hennisianum, Paphiopedilum henryanum, Paphiopedilum herrmannii, Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum, Paphiopedilum hookerae, Paphiopedilum insigne, Paphiopedilum intaniae, Paphiopedilum jackii, Paphiopedilum javanicum, Paphiopedilum kimballianum, Paphiopedilum kolopakingii,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Berthold Stein (1847-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stein' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:649811-1: Based on the initial data import