Paphiopedilum philippinense (Rchb.f.) Stein

 Paphiopedilum philippinense (Rchb.f.) Stein, Orchideenbuch 480 (1892).

Paphiopedilum philippinense (Rchb.f.) Stein, Photo by Nelson T. Geraldino 

 its native range is N. Borneo to Philippines

Synonyms:

Cordula philippinensis (Rchb.f.) Rolfe

Cypripedium philippinense Rchb.f.

English name:

The Philippine Paphiopedilum. 

Description:

Leaves: 6-9, 20-50 cm long, 2-6 cm wide, thick, uniformly green

Inflorescence: 2-5 flowered, purple, shortly purple-pubescent

Bloom: extremely variable, up to 9 cm wide

Flower Size:

22 cm.

Distribution:

Borneo, Philippines.

Ecological:

Growing terrestrial or epiphyte with long elliptic, clear glossy green leaves that is found near the seashore to 500 meters in elevation on limestone.

Culture:

Plant should be grown in areas with bright light and cool to warm temperatures. Pot in a well drain mix such as medium fir bark and perlite or sphagnum moss. Water regularly about every four to five days. Bright light promotes flowering. Species does not grow new roots quickly.

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