Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum

Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum (Lindl. ex Hook.) Stein, Orchid.-Buch: 470 (1892).

Distribution: India, Thailand and Burma

The specific epithet was given by John Lindley for the very hairy flower stalk, pedical, ovary , bract and outer surface of the sepals. Flower up to 10 - 15cm across. Helmet-shaped lip,3.5-5cm long.
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