Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tamphianum
ID:
1332786

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & O.Gruss

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchidee, Taxon. Mitt. 2(2): 4. 2016

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345240





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Description

Paphiopedilum tamphianum (also called Tamphian's Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers with purple stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum tamphianum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its small, colorful flowers. It is used in terrariums, window boxes, and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Paphiopedilum tamphianum are white and have three petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum tamphianum is an evergreen orchid that prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum tamphianum

Paphiopedilum tamphianum is native to Thailand and Myanmar.

Paphiopedilum tamphianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum tamphianum?

Paphiopedilum tamphianum

What type of plant is Paphiopedilum tamphianum?

It is a species of orchid

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum tamphianum?

It is native to Southeast Asia

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.