Slipper Orchids
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The genera Paphiopedilum, Phragmipedium, and Cypripedium are popularly referred to as "slipper orchids" for the shape of the pouch-like lower petal. Paphiopedilums are found in the wild in much of the tropical areas of SE Asia and the East Indies. The genus Phragmidpedium has a native habit ranging from Mexico through Brazil. Cypripediums, which are the most difficult of the three to grow in a greenhouse environment are found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, Asia, and Japan. Though generally similar in appearance, growing conditions vary widely. |
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Paphiopedilum
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Paphiopedilum Corsair. |  |
Paphiopedilum glaucophyllum 'Evergreen State' x Skip Bartlett 'White Pepper' . |
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Paphiopedilum sukhakulii (Northeastern Thailand) |  |
Paph. Voodoo Magic 'Black Sceptre' x Pulsar 'Nebula'. A hybrid that appears black in normal lighting. By taking this photo outdoors in full sunlight, the details of the bloom show through the darkness. |
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Paphiopedilum wardii. Native to Burma and China. |  |
Paphiopedilum wardii. |
Phragmipedium
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Phragmipedium besseae. From the eastern slope of the Andes. The plant is found growing on cliff faces over which a constant supply of water flows. |  |
Phragmipedium longifolium var. Hinksianum (Costa Rica/Panama) |
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Phragmipedium Hanne Popow. An hybrid in a less common genus of the Slipper Orchids. Front view. |  |
Side view of flower on left, showing 3-dimensional shape. |
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Phragmipedium Sedenii. A primary hybrid of Phrag. longifolium and Phrag. schlimii which yields a pleasing color combination. |  |
Phragmipedium Young Lindley (Eric Young x lindleyanum) . An hybrid of parentage originating in South America. |