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Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum

Paphiopedilum violascens

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)
Class
Liliopsida (百合纲)
Order
Asparagales (天门冬目)
Family
Orchidaceae
Genus
Paphiopedilum
Species
Paphiopedilum violascens (Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum)

Similar Species in Paphiopedilum

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Bai Hua Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum emersonii
Critically Endangered
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Cai Yun Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum wardii
Endangered
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Chang Ban Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum dianthum
Endangered
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Dai Ye Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum
Vulnerable
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De Shi Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum delenatii
Critically Endangered
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Ge Li Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum gratrixianum
Critically Endangered
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Hang Qi Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum charlesworthii
Endangered
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Heng Li Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum henryanum
Critically Endangered
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植物
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木兰植物门
Phylum
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百合纲
Class
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天门冬目
Order
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Orchidaceae
Family
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Paphiopedilum
Genus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum?
The scientific name of Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum is Paphiopedilum violascens. It belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum.
What is the conservation status of Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum?
Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum violascens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum belong to?
Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum violascens) belongs to the genus Paphiopedilum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.
Is Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum endangered?
Yes, Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum violascens) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum belong to?
Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum violascens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum?
The closest relatives of Shimmering Purple Paphiopedilum in the genus Paphiopedilum include Bai Hua Dou Lan, Cai Yun Dou Lan, Chang Ban Dou Lan, Dai Ye Dou Lan, De Shi Dou Lan.

Genus Paphiopedilum — 20 Species

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Bai Hua Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum emersonii
CR 🐾
Cai Yun Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum wardii
EN 🐾
Chang Ban Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum dianthum
EN 🐾
Dai Ye Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum
VU 🐾
De Shi Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum delenatii
CR 🐾
Ge Li Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum gratrixianum
CR 🐾
Hang Qi Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum charlesworthii
EN 🐾
Heng Li Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum henryanum
CR 🐾
Hu Ban Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum tigrinum
EN 🐾
Juan E Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum appletonianum
EN 🐾
Ju Ban Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum bellatulum
EN 🐾
Lu Ye Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum hangianum
CR 🐾
Ma Li Po Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum malipoense
EN 🐾
Qiao Hua Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum helenae
CR 🐾
Tian Lun Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum tranlienianum
CR 🐾
Tong Se Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum concolor
EN 🐾
Wen Shan Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum wenshanense
CR 🐾
Xing Huang Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum armeniacum
EN 🐾
Ying Ye Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum micranthum
CR 🐾
Zi Wen Dou Lan
Paphiopedilum purpuratum
CR
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