Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
areeanum
ID:
264567

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Gruss

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 52: 645 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263899

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum areeanum
  • Areeanum Paphiopedilum
  • Areeanum's Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum rhizomatosum S.C.Chen & Z.J.Liu [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum areeanum (also called Aree's slipper orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single flower with a yellow-green pouch and white petals.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum areeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum areeanum is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum areeanum is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in the same conditions as the parent plant.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum areeanum

Paphiopedilum areeanum is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Paphiopedilum areeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum areeanum?

Paphiopedilum areeanum

What is the common name of Paphiopedilum areeanum?

Areeanum Paphiopedilum

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum areeanum?

Tropical rainforests

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-146987: Based on the initial data import
Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.