Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
callosum
ID:
264603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 457 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263935

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum callosum
  • Callosum Paphiopedilum
  • Callous Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum callosum angustipetalum Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum callosum schmidtianum (Kraenzl.) Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum crossii (Morren) Braem & Senghas [unknown]
  • Cordula callosa Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium callosum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cypripedium crossii Morren [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum callosum viniferum (Koop. & N.Haseg.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum callosum (also called Callosum 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 callosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paphiopedilum callosum var. callosum
Paphiopedilum callosum var. potentianum (O.Gruss & Roeth) P.J.Cribb
Paphiopedilum callosum var. warnerianum (T.Moore) Aver.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paphiopedilum callosum has yellow and white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum callosum is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division of the plant, which should be done when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum callosum

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

Paphiopedilum callosum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Paphiopedilum callosum?

The optimal temperature for Paphiopedilum callosum is between 18-25°C.

What is the ideal light intensity for Paphiopedilum callosum?

The ideal light intensity for Paphiopedilum callosum is between 1000-3000 lux.

What is the ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum callosum?

The ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum callosum is between 60-80%.

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:649729-1: Based on the initial data import