Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Gruss & Roellke
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 54: 59 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489259
Common Names
- Paphiopedilum Vejvarutianum
- Vejvarutian Paphiopedilum
- Vejvarutian Paphiopedilum
Synonyms
- Paphiopedilum barbigerum lockianum Aver. [unknown]
- Paphiopedilum barbigerum vejvarutianum (O.Gruss & Roellke) Perner [unknown]
Description
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum (also called Vejvarutianum Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division of the rootstock in the spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum?
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum
What are the common names of Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum?
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum is commonly known as Vejvarutianum orchid
What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum?
Paphiopedilum vejvarutianum is native to tropical rainforests in 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
Lutz Roellke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roellke' in the authors string.