Paphiopedilum schoseri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schoseri
ID:
264847
Status:
valid
Authors:
Braem & H.Mohr
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Schlechteriana 1: 19 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264179
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum schoseri
- Schoser's Slipper Orchid
- Schoser's Lady Slipper Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphiopedilum schoseri (also called Schoser'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 schoseri 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 schoseri has a white dorsal sepal with yellow-green veins, a white petal with yellow-green veins, and a white pouch with yellow-green veins. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a white midrib.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum schoseri 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 schoseri
Paphiopedilum schoseri can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo, Indonesia.
Paphiopedilum schoseri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum schoseri?
Paphiopedilum schoseri
What is the common name of Paphiopedilum schoseri?
Schoser's Slipper Orchid
What type of soil does Paphiopedilum schoseri 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147249: Based on the initial data import
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.
Hartmut Mohr: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Mohr' in the authors string.