Paphiopedilum rungsuriyanum

Paphiopedilum rungsuriyanum 

Orchid plant , bloom size , pot size 2.5" 

• A rare, miniature lady’s slipper orchid native to northern Laos, described in 2014 

• Grows as a lithophyte, on limestone outcrops; features a compact habit and tessellated (checkered) leaves

• The single flower, around 4–5 cm across, has striking intense red‑purple veins on oblong oval petals, a helmet-shaped pouch with a V-shaped neckline, and a distinctive semi‑lunate staminode with trident (3‑tooth)...