Paphiopedilum fowliei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fowliei
ID:
264674
Status:
valid
Authors:
Birk
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 45: 63 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264006
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum fowliei
- Fowlie's Paphiopedilum
- Fowliei Paphiopedilum
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- Paphiopedilum fowliei christianae Braem [unknown]
- Paphiopedilum fowliei sangianum (Braem) O.Gruss & Roeth [unknown]
- Paphiopedilum fowliei sangianum Braem [unknown]
- Paphiopedilum hennisianum fowliei (Birk) P.J.Cribb [unknown]
Description
Paphiopedilum fowliei (also called Fowlie's Paphiopedilum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial plant with two leathery leaves and a solitary, nodding flower. It typically grows in lowland forests and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Uses & Benefits
Paphiopedilum fowliei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paphiopedilum fowliei 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 fowliei 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 fowliei
Paphiopedilum fowliei is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.
Paphiopedilum fowliei FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Paphiopedilum fowliei?
The ideal temperature for Paphiopedilum fowliei is between 18-28°C (65-82°F)
What is the ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum fowliei?
The ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum fowliei is between 50-70%
What is the ideal light level for Paphiopedilum fowliei?
The ideal light level for Paphiopedilum fowliei 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147089: Based on the initial data import
L.A. Birk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Birk' in the authors string.