"Paphiopedilum argus (Rchb.f.) Stein is endemic to Luzon in the Philippines. It is found in the mountainous regions of Benguet and Ifugao provinces at an altitude of about 1200 to 1800 m above sea level. It grows like a terrestrial herb on trees with thick moss. It is most commonly found on limestone along volcanic ranges in lowland forests and in subtropical or tropical moist forests on the mountains. It prefers shady habitats in tropical climates."
Paphiopedilum argus (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchideenbuch 453 (1892).
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| Paphiopedilum argus (Rchb.f.) Stein, Photo Nelson T. Geraldino |
Synonym:
Cordula argus (Rchb.f.) Rolfe
Cypripedium argus Rchb.f.
Cypripedium moensianum auct.
Cypripedium moensii auct.
Cypripedium pitcherianum Manda
Paphiopedilum argus var. sriwanae (Koop.) O.Gruss
Paphiopedilum sriwanae Koop.
English Name:
Argus Paphiopedilum (In reference to the Greek mythology of Argus, a monster with a hundred eyes, resembles a spot on a petal).
Distribution:
Philippines.
Ecological:
It is commonly found on limestone in altitudes 600 to 2000 feet high.
Flower size:
About 12 cm.
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