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Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum

Paphiopedilum sukhakulii

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Brazil and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Paphiopedilum sukhakulii (Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum)

Names in Other Languages

Thai Rongthao nari pik malaeng po

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum?

The scientific name of Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum is Paphiopedilum sukhakulii. It belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum.

What is the conservation status of Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum?

Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum sukhakulii) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum live?

Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum is found in Distributed across Brazil and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Taiwan.

What family does Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum belong to?

Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum sukhakulii) belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum endangered?

Yes, Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum sukhakulii) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum belong to?

Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum sukhakulii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum?

The closest relatives of Sukhakul's Paphiopedilum in the genus Paphiopedilum include Appleton's Paphiopedilum, Bald Paphiopedilum, Beard Carrying Paphiopedilum, Bearded Paphiopedilum, Bullen's Paphiopedilum.