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Paphiopedilum supardii is a species of Paphiopedilum found in Asia.
Description[]
Plant blooms in the spring with three to seven 10 cm flowers.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in limestone and moss in Balikpapan and Kalimantan Borneneo at elevations of 550 to 880 meters. The area is subjected to heavy rainfall in the winter and slightly lower rates of rainfall from spring to fall.
Culture[]
Plant should be grown in areas with moderate to bright light and intermediate to warm temperatures. Pot in a well drain mix such as medium fir bark and perlite. Water regularly about every four to five days.
Naming[]
Common Names: Supard's Paphiopedilum
Synonyms[]
- Paphiopedilum "victoria" devogeli Schoser & Van Deed 1978
- Paphiopedilum praestans sensu Van Vloten 1933
- Paphiopedilum praestans Van Hell 1938; Paphiopedilum "victoria' de Vogel 1975