Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wardii
ID:
264926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 92: 446 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264258



Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum wardii
  • Ward's Slipper Orchid
  • Ward's Lady Slipper Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum microchilum Z.J.Liu & S.C.Chen [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum wardii alboviride (O.Gruss & Roeth) Braem [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum wardii alboviride O.Gruss & Roeth [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum brevilabium Z.J.Liu & J.Yong Zhang [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum burmanicum J.Yong Zhang & Z.J.Liu [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum multifolium Z.J.Liu & J.Yong Zhang [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum wardii ying-xiangii F.Y.Liu & Z.F.Zhao [unknown]
  • Cypripedium vernayi Kingdon-Ward [unknown]
  • Cypripedium wardianum E.W.Cooper [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum wardii (also called Ward's Lady's Slipper, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower has a white lip and yellowish-green sepals and petals. It grows in evergreen forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum wardii 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 wardii is a large, white and yellow mottled bloom with a purple lip. The seed of this plant is small and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum wardii 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 wardii

Paphiopedilum wardii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Paphiopedilum wardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum wardii?

Paphiopedilum wardii

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum wardii?

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

How much light does Paphiopedilum wardii need?

Paphiopedilum wardii 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