Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ayubianum
ID:
1414782

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Gruss & Roeth) Koop.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 82(4): 184. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427247



Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum ayubianum
  • Ayub's Paphiopedilum
  • Ayub's Lady Slipper


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Description

Paphiopedilum ayubianum (also called 'Ayubian slipper orchid' or 'Ayubian slipper orchid', among many other common names) is an orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a creeping rhizome and the flowers are white with yellow and purple markings. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum ayubianum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paphiopedilum ayubianum has small yellow flowers with a pleasant aroma. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum ayubianum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum ayubianum

Paphiopedilum ayubianum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Paphiopedilum ayubianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum ayubianum?

Paphiopedilum ayubianum

What is the common name of Paphiopedilum ayubianum?

Ayub's Paphiopedilum

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum ayubianum?

Forests and scrublands

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

Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.
Harold Koopowitz (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koop.' in the authors string.
Jürgen Roeth: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roeth' in the authors string.