Paphiopedilum thaianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thaianum
ID:
810204
Status:
valid
Authors:
Iamwir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 114: 278 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809538
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum thaianum
- Thai Slipper Orchid
- Thai Paphiopedilum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphiopedilum thaianum (also called Thai Paphiopedilum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small white flowers. It is native to Thailand and is found in tropical forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paphiopedilum thaianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paphiopedilum thaianum has a small, yellow flower with a brown center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and short.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum thaianum can be propagated by division of the clumps and by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter in a bright, warm location. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Where to Find Paphiopedilum thaianum
Paphiopedilum thaianum is native to Thailand and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.
Paphiopedilum thaianum FAQ
What is the size of Paphiopedilum thaianum?
Paphiopedilum thaianum can reach up to 15 cm in diameter.
What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum thaianum?
Paphiopedilum thaianum is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
What is the lifespan of Paphiopedilum thaianum?
Paphiopedilum thaianum can live up to 12 years.
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-347767: Based on the initial data import
Prapanth Iamwiriyakul: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iamwir.' in the authors string.