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Paphiopedilum tonsum

September 22, 2018 By A'na Sa'tara

A first bloom seedling of Paphiopedilum tonsum — the flower is almost wider than the leaf span.  The species is endemic to Sumatra at elevations of 900-1800m.  Paphiopedilum tonsum grows happily under T5 HO LED grow lights in our warm room.

 

Paphiopedilum tonsum orchid images
Paphiopedilum tonsum

 

 

Paphiopedilum tonsum orchid images
Paphiopedilum tonsum

 

Paphiopedilum tonsum orchid images
Paphiopedilum tonsum

 

 

Paphiopedilum tonsum orchid images
Paphiopedilum tonsum

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