Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Stein
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Orchid.-Buch 477 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264113
Common Names
- Masters' Slipper
- Masters Slipper
- Masters' Lady Slipper
Synonyms
- Cordula mastersiana Rolfe [unknown]
- Cypripedium mastersianum Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Paphiopedilum mastersianum (also called Masters' 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 mastersianum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its aesthetic value in floral arrangements.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Paphiopedilum mastersianum var. mastersianum
Paphiopedilum mastersianum var. mohrianum (Braem) Koop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paphiopedilum mastersianum is a large, waxy bloom with a yellow-green dorsal sepal and a white-green petal. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum mastersianum is a terrestrial orchid native to the Philippines. It is best grown in a semi-shaded area with temperatures between 15-25°C. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is composed of equal parts of sphagnum moss, perlite, and coarse bark. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Paphiopedilum mastersianum
Paphiopedilum mastersianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo, Indonesia.
Paphiopedilum mastersianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum mastersianum?
Paphiopedilum mastersianum
What is the common name of Paphiopedilum mastersianum?
Masters' Slipper Orchid
What type of soil does Paphiopedilum mastersianum prefer?
Humus-rich, well-drained soil
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,