Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
godefroyae
ID:
264692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(God.-Leb.) Stein

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 468 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264024

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum godefroyae
  • Godefroy's Paphiopedilum
  • Godefroyae Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum godefroyae leucochilum (Rolfe) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Cypripedium concolor godefroyae (God.-Leb.) Collett & Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Cordula godefroyae Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium godefroyae God.-Leb. [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum godefroyae (also called Godefroy'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 godefroyae is an ornamental plant grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paphiopedilum godefroyae var. ang-thong (Fowlie) Braem
Paphiopedilum godefroyae var. godefroyae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum godefroyae is a large, white, mottled flower with a yellow lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum godefroyae is a terrestrial orchid species that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers to be grown in partial shade, with temperatures ranging from 16-25°C. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum godefroyae

Paphiopedilum godefroyae is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.

Paphiopedilum godefroyae FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Paphiopedilum godefroyae?

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

What is the ideal humidity for Paphiopedilum godefroyae?

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

What is the ideal light level for Paphiopedilum godefroyae?

The ideal light level for Paphiopedilum godefroyae 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

Berthold Stein (1847-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stein' in the authors string.
Alexandre Godefroy-Lebeuf (1852-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'God.-Leb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:649767-1: Based on the initial data import