Paphiopedilum Orchids
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Orchid enthusiasts call them Paphs for short. They are also known as Lady Slippers, relatives to the American variety in the Cypripedium genus.
In their native areas, most species are terrestrial, growing and flowering on a regular cycle. Their sturdy green or mottled leaves, unique looking flowers and ease of indoor growing make them popular house plants.
The Path Urbanianum in the picture is native to the Phillipines, and grows on low lying tropical forest flores. Like many Paphs, it grows a single flower.
One added advantage of unifloral paphs is their long floral life. Enthusiasts around the internet report on their flowers remaining in bloom and healthy for up to six months. Most species have a shorter vase life as cut flowers, averaging one to two weeks.
Most Paphs are considered easy to grow as house plants. There are cooler and warmer temperature varieties, making it important to review specific growing instructions for any individual species or hybrid
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