Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Gruss
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 66: 277 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343365
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum leeanum
- Leeanum Paphiopedilum
- Leeanum Orchid
Description
Paphiopedilum leeanum (also called Lee's slipper orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to China. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a terminal inflorescence. It grows in moist grasslands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paphiopedilum leeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paphiopedilum leeanum has large, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum leeanum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.
Where to Find Paphiopedilum leeanum
Paphiopedilum leeanum is native to the Yunnan province of China and can be found growing in moist, shady forests.
Paphiopedilum leeanum FAQ
What type of soil does Paphiopedilum leeanum prefer?
Paphiopedilum leeanum prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What type of light does Paphiopedilum leeanum prefer?
Paphiopedilum leeanum prefers full sun to partial shade.
How can I propagate Paphiopedilum leeanum?
Paphiopedilum leeanum can be propagated by division or seed.
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,