Species Orchid, Outstanding Paphiopedilum

Paphiopedilumsuperbiens

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Paphiopedilum (paf-ee-oh-PED-ih-lum)
Species
superbiens (soo-PER-bee-enz)
Synonym
Cordula curtisii
Cordula superbiens
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Veined
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Pale Green
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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