Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tonsum
ID:
264875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 488 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264207

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum tonsum
  • Tonsum Slipper Orchid
  • Tonsum Lady Slipper Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum tonsum alboviride Braem [unknown]
  • Cordula tonsa Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium tonsum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum tonsum (also called Tons' 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 tonsum is used as an ornamental plant to add beauty to gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum tonsum has a white dorsal sepal with yellow-green veins, a white petal with yellow-green veins, and a white pouch with yellow-green veins. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum tonsum is a terrestrial orchid native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It prefers a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It needs bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum tonsum

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

Paphiopedilum tonsum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum tonsum?

Paphiopedilum tonsum

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum tonsum?

Paphiopedilum tonsum is native to Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

How much light does Paphiopedilum tonsum need?

Paphiopedilum tonsum prefers bright, indirect light.

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:649845-1: Based on the initial data import