Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wilhelminae
ID:
264932

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 10: 373 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264264



Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum wilhelminae
  • Wilhelminae Slipper Orchid
  • Wilhelminae Lady Slipper Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum glanduliferum wilhelminae (L.O.Williams) P.J.Cribb [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum praestans wilhelminae (L.O.Williams) M.W.Wood [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum praestans wilhelminae (L.O.Williams) Braem [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum striatum M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum praestans striatum (M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones) O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Paphiopedilum praestans bicornutum O.Gruss [unknown]

Description

Paphiopedilum wilhelminae (also called Wilhelmina'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 wilhelminae 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 wilhelminae 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 wilhelminae 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 wilhelminae

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

Paphiopedilum wilhelminae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum wilhelminae?

Paphiopedilum wilhelminae

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum wilhelminae?

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

How much light does Paphiopedilum wilhelminae need?

Paphiopedilum wilhelminae 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-147328: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.