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Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum

Paphiopedilum micranthum

Critically Endangered

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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.

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

🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Paphiopedilum micranthum (Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Ying Ye Dou Lan

Vietnamese Lan Hai

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum?

The scientific name of Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum is Paphiopedilum micranthum. It belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum.

What is the conservation status of Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum?

Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum micranthum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum live?

Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum is found in Found in Brazil. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil.

What family does Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum belong to?

Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum micranthum) belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum endangered?

Yes, Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum micranthum) 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 Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum belong to?

Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum micranthum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum?

The closest relatives of Tiny Flowered Paphiopedilum in the genus Paphiopedilum include Appleton's Paphiopedilum, Apricot Orange Paphiopedilum, Argus Paphiopedilum, Bald Paphiopedilum, Beard Carrying Paphiopedilum.