Paphiopedilum dayanum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dayanum
ID:
264647
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Stein
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 464 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263979
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum dayanum
- Dayan's Paphiopedilum
- Dayanum Paphiopedilum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphiopedilum dayanum (also called Dayanum 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 dayanum 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
Paphiopedilum dayanum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum dayanum 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 dayanum
Paphiopedilum dayanum is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.
Paphiopedilum dayanum FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Paphiopedilum dayanum?
The optimal temperature for Paphiopedilum dayanum is between 18-25°C.
What is the ideal light intensity for Paphiopedilum dayanum?
The ideal light intensity for Paphiopedilum dayanum is between 1000-3000 lux.
What is the ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum dayanum?
The ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum dayanum 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
IPNI record: 649746-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001088144
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-23500940: Originally associated with wfo-0001088144
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-23500940: Originally associated with wfo-0001088144
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:649746-1: Based on the initial data import