Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vietenryanum
ID:
489937

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Gruss & Petchl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 53: 221 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489269



Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum Vietenryanum
  • Vietenryan Paphiopedilum
  • Vietenryan Paphiopedilum


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Description

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum (also called Vietenryanum 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 vietenryanum 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 vietenryanum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum is an epiphytic orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the rhizomes of mature plants in spring or early summer. Replant the divisions in a pot filled with a mixture of orchid bark and perlite. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced orchid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum vietenryanum

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum vietenryanum?

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum

What are the common names of Paphiopedilum vietenryanum?

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum is commonly known as Vietenryanum orchid

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum vietenryanum?

Paphiopedilum vietenryanum 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-257398: Based on the initial data import
Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.
Aree Petchleung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petchl.' in the authors string.