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Paphiopedilum liemianum (Paphiopedilum liemianum)

Description

Paphiopedilum liemianum is a species of orchid endemic to northern Sumatra (Kg. Susuk). These plants were first collected in Gunong Sinabung in Sumatra by Liem Khe Wie, at 600-1,000 meters. The flowers are 8-9cm across and sit on top of a 15-20cm long inflorescence.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Liliopsida

          • Order: Asparagales

            • Family: Orchidaceae

              • Genus: Paphiopedilum