Phragmipedium besseae
Besse's Phragmipedium
Also known as: Paphiopedilum besseae (Dodson & J.Kuhn) V.A.Albert & Börge Pett. +3 more
- Paphiopedilum besseae (Dodson & J.Kuhn) V.A.Albert & Börge Pett.
- Phragmipedium besseae f. flavum (Braem) O.Gruss & Roeth
- Phragmipedium besseae var. besseae
- Phragmipedium besseae var. flavum Braem
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a lithophyte.
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Phragmipedium besseae (commonly known as Besse's Phragmipedium) is a lithophytic orchid within the Orchidaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Ecuador, Peru
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms