Paphiopedilum moquetteanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moquetteanum
ID:
264797
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Fowlie
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 44: 133 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264129
Common Names
- Moquette's Slipper
- Moquette Slipper
- Moquette's Lady Slipper
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- Paphiopedilum victoria-regina moquetteanum (J.J.Sm.) M.W.Wood [unknown]
Description
Paphiopedilum moquetteanum (also called Lady's Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, leathery, oval-shaped leaf and a single, large, mottled flower with a pouch-like lip. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Paphiopedilum moquetteanum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its aesthetic value in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paphiopedilum moquetteanum 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.
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Paphiopedilum moquetteanum 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 moquetteanum
Paphiopedilum moquetteanum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo, Indonesia.
Paphiopedilum moquetteanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum moquetteanum?
Paphiopedilum moquetteanum
What is the common name of Paphiopedilum moquetteanum?
Moquette's Slipper Orchid
What type of soil does Paphiopedilum moquetteanum 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,
References
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Jack Archie Fowlie (1929-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fowlie' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:649799-1: Based on the initial data import