Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fairrieanum
ID:
264668

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch : 467 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264000

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum fairrieanum
  • Fairrieanum Lady Slipper
  • Fairrieanum Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum fairrieanum bohlmannianum Matho [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum fairrieanum bohlmannianum (Matho) Braem [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum fairrieanum giganteum Pradhan [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum fairrieanum nigrescens Pradhan [unknown]
  • Cordula fairrieana Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium assamicum Linden ex K.Koch & Fintelm. [unknown]
  • Cypripedium fairrieanum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum fairrieanum (also called Lady's Slipper, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Himalayas, India, and China. It is a terrestrial plant, growing in moist, shady areas, and is characterized by its large, mottled leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum fairrieanum is an ornamental plant grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paphiopedilum fairrieanum 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 fairrieanum 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 fairrieanum

Paphiopedilum fairrieanum is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.

Paphiopedilum fairrieanum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum?

The ideal temperature for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum is between 18-28°C (65-82°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum?

The ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum is between 50-70%

What is the ideal light level for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum?

The ideal light level for Paphiopedilum fairrieanum is bright, indirect light

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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:649759-1: Based on the initial data import