Phragmipedium hirtzii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtzii
ID:
270645
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Orchis 58: 129 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269977
Common Names
- Phragmipedium Hirtzii
- Hirtzii Phragmipedium
- Hirtzii Slipper Orchid
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- Paphiopedilum hirtzii (Dodson) V.A.Albert & Börge Pett. [unknown]
Description
Phragmipedium hirtzii (also called Hirtz's Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in humid, shady forests, usually on trees or rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Phragmipedium hirtzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phragmipedium hirtzii var. anchicayense (Braem, Tesón & J.P.Faust) P.J.CribbFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phragmipedium hirtzii has a large, yellow flower with three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two, long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phragmipedium hirtzii is a hardy, evergreen orchid that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phragmipedium hirtzii
Phragmipedium hirtzii can be found in tropical forests in Colombia and Ecuador.
Phragmipedium hirtzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phragmipedium hirtzii?
Phragmipedium hirtzii
What is the common name of Phragmipedium hirtzii?
Hirtz's Phragmipedium
What is the natural habitat of Phragmipedium hirtzii?
Phragmipedium hirtzii is native to Colombia and Ecuador.
Species in the Phragmipedium genus
Phragmipedium besseae, Phragmipedium boissierianum, Phragmipedium caricinum, Phragmipedium caudatum, Phragmipedium christiansenianum, Phragmipedium fischeri, Phragmipedium hirtzii, Phragmipedium humboldtii, Phragmipedium klotzschianum, Phragmipedium lindenii, Phragmipedium lindleyanum, Phragmipedium longifolium, Phragmipedium pearcei, Phragmipedium richteri, Phragmipedium roethianum, Phragmipedium sargentianum, Phragmipedium schlimii, Phragmipedium vittatum, Phragmipedium warszewiczianum, Phragmipedium brasiliense, Phragmipedium kovachii, Phragmipedium andreettae, Phragmipedium pfitzerianum, Phragmipedium anguloi, Phragmipedium guianense,
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-152869: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.