Light
Bright, indirect light generally works well; harsh midday sun may scorch the leaves.
Orchid Catalog
Paphiopedilum (Lady’s Slipper Orchids)
Explore botanical species and hybrids of Paphiopedilum, the lady’s slipper orchids, with an alphabetical catalog, searchable names, and practical growing guidance.
OrchidaceaeTerrestrial and lithophytic orchidsBotanical speciesHybrids
About the genus
What Is Paphiopedilum?
The genus Paphiopedilum includes orchids commonly called lady’s slippers because of their distinctive pouch-shaped lip. Wild species occur mainly in tropical and subtropical Asia.
The genus includes plants with mottled or plain leaves and species that bear one or several flowers. Growing requirements vary by origin, so general advice must be adjusted for each plant.
Alphabetical index
Paphiopedilum Catalog
This working catalog contains 131 names and article topics. All entries are shown without links until their names have been checked and individual pages published.
In the catalog: 131
1. Botanical Species and Species Names (69)
Candidate names to verify against current botanical databases.
- Paphiopedilum acmodontumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum adductumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum appletonianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum argusBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum armeniacumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum barbatumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum bellatulumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum bougainvilleanumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum braemiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum bullenianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum callosumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum canhiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum charlesworthiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum ciliolareBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum concolorBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum dayanumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum delenatiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum dianthumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum druryiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum emersoniiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum exulBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum fairrieanumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum fowlieiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum gigantifoliumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum glaucophyllumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum godefroyaeBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum gratrixianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum hangianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum haynaldianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum helenaeBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum henryanumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum hirsutissimumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum hookeraeBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum insigneBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum intaniaeBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum jackiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum kolopakingiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum lawrenceanumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum liemianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum lowiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum malipoenseBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum mastersianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum micranthumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum niveumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum parishiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum philippinenseBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum purpuratumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum randsiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum rothschildianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum sanderianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum sangiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum schoseriBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum spicerianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum stoneiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum sukhakuliiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum supardiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum tigrinumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum tonsumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum tranlienianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum urbanianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum venustumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum victoria-mariaeBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum victoria-reginaBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum villosumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum vietnamenseBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum wardiiBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum wentworthianumBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum wenshanenseBotanical name
- Paphiopedilum wilhelminaeBotanical name
2. Horticultural Hybrids (50)
Common hybrid names; the exact status and registration of each name should be checked against the RHS register.
- Paphiopedilum MaudiaeHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum PinocchioHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Magic LanternHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Saint SwithinHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Lady IsobelHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum DollgoldiHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum DelrosiHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Harold KoopowitzHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Julius SanderaeHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Michael KoopowitzHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner Black WingsHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner China MoonHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner Vietnam LoveHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner ButterflyHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner HeleneHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner KolosandHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner VollmondHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner Armeni WhiteHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner ZwergHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner JadeHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner FavouriteHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner RosenlichtHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner MinibelleHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner SupergrünHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner GoldrauschHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner MandarinHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner Pink DollHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Wössner Yellow MoonHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Memoria Larry HeuerHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Armeni WhiteHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum DeperleHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Lynleigh KoopowitzHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum PsycheHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Susan BoothHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum William AmblerHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Shin-Yi PrideHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Hilo CitronHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum GreenvaleHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Prime ChildHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Angel HairHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Prince Edward of YorkHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Mount ToroHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Bel RoyalHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Diana PinkHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Hanne PopowHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum HarrisianumHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum HoneyHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum GolddollarHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Conco-bellatulumHybrid / name to verify
- Paphiopedilum Paph ParadiseHybrid / name to verify
3. Collectible Forms and Topics (12)
Article topics, not officially registered clone names.
- Paphiopedilum rothschildianum — selected clonesFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum armeniacum — alba formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum delenatii — alba formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum bellatulum — selected formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum godefroyae — selected formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum concolor — selected formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum micranthum — selected clonesFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum malipoense — selected clonesFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum vietnamense — selected clonesFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum charlesworthii — selected formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum insigne — selected formsFuture article topic
- Paphiopedilum venustum — selected formsFuture article topic
No matching entries found.
Editorial note. This is an expanded working catalog, not a complete register of all Paphiopedilum. Some names may be synonyms, trade labels, or require further verification. We do not link to unpublished articles.
Care essentials
How to Care for Paphiopedilum
Watering
Avoid letting the roots dry out completely for prolonged periods, but do not keep the potting medium waterlogged.
Potting medium
Use an airy mix of bark and moisture-retaining components suited to the species.
Temperature
Requirements vary: some species prefer cooler nights, while others need consistently warm conditions.
Unlike many Phalaenopsis orchids, Paphiopedilum generally lacks thick photosynthetic aerial roots and does not require a prolonged dry period. Follow the needs of the specific species or hybrid.
Frequently asked questions
Paphiopedilum FAQ
Is Paphiopedilum easy to grow indoors?
Some modern hybrids adapt well to indoor growing. Rare botanical species may require tighter control of temperature, humidity, and potting medium.
Should the potting mix dry out completely?
Usually not. Many Paphiopedilum prefer evenly moderate moisture without standing water.
Will the same growth bloom again?
Usually, each mature growth flowers once. The plant then produces new growths that can flower later.
Why are the catalog names not linked yet?
We activate links after checking the name, preparing photographs, and publishing the individual article.
Information verification
Sources and Editorial Standards
For accepted botanical names, we consult Kew — Plants of the World Online, and for hybrid registration, we consult RHS International Orchid Register. Care guidance is adapted to individual plants.
Learn more: Orchid Guide Lab Editorial Policy.