Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpuratum
ID:
264830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 481 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264162

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum purpuratum
  • Purpuratum Slipper Orchid
  • Purpuratum Lady Slipper Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Menephora bicolor Raf. [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum purpuratum hainanense F.Y.Liu & Perner [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum sinicum (Hance ex Rchb.f.) Stein [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum aestivum Z.J.Liu & J.Yong Zhang [unknown]
  • Cordula purpurata Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium purpuratum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cypripedium sinicum Hance ex Walp. [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum purpuratum Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum purpuratum album O.Gruss & Koop. [invalid]

Description

Paphiopedilum purpuratum (also called Purple Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. 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 purpuratum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its aesthetic value in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum purpuratum 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 purpuratum 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 purpuratum

Paphiopedilum purpuratum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo, Indonesia.

Paphiopedilum purpuratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum purpuratum?

Paphiopedilum purpuratum

What is the common name of Paphiopedilum purpuratum?

Purple Slipper Orchid

What type of soil does Paphiopedilum purpuratum 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147232: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Berthold Stein (1847-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stein' in the authors string.