Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
venustum
ID:
264888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Sims) Pfitzer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Wiss. Bot. 19: 165 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264220



Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum venustum
  • Venustum Slipper Orchid
  • Venustum Lady Slipper Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum pardinum Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum venustum bhutanensis Pradhan [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum venustum pardinum (Rchb.f.) Braem [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum venustum pardinum (Rchb.f.) Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum venustum rubrum Pradhan [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum venustum teestaensis Pradhan [unknown]
  • Stimegas venustum Raf. [unknown]
  • Cordula venusta Rolfe [unknown]
  • Cypripedium pardinum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cypripedium venustum Wall. ex Sims [unknown]
  • Cypripedium venustum measuresianum auct. [deprecated]

Description

Paphiopedilum glaucophyllum (also called Lady's Slipper, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Himalayas, India, and China. It is an epiphytic plant, growing in moist, shady areas, and is characterized by its large, mottled leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum venustum is used as an ornamental plant to add beauty to gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum venustum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum venustum is a terrestrial orchid native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It prefers a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It needs bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum venustum

Paphiopedilum venustum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo, Indonesia.

Paphiopedilum venustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum venustum?

Paphiopedilum venustum

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum venustum?

Paphiopedilum venustum is native to Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

How much light does Paphiopedilum venustum need?

Paphiopedilum venustum prefers bright, indirect light.

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-147287: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.
Ernst Hugo Heinrich Pfitzer (1846-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfitzer' in the authors string.