Tropical Slipper Orchids: Paphiopedilum & Phragmipedium Species & Hybrids

by Orchid Grower

• ISBN13: 9780881928648
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Product Description

Distinguished by a prominent pouchlike sac which resembles a ballroom slipper and often decorated with warts, hairs, or stripes, the flowers of slipper orchids may be ugly or pretty, depending on your point of view. In either case, they are captivating to amateur and professional orchids growers alike and indeed may be the most poplar group of orchids in cultivation.

The tropical slipper orchids in cultivation come from two major genera, Paphiopedilum from Southeast Asia and Phragmipedium from Central and South America, and one minor genus, Mexipedium from Mexico. Tens of thousands of hybrids have been made using paphiopedilums and phragmipediums, and each year hundreds more are introduced. All are surrounded by mystique, and all can be grown as houseplants or greenhouse plants.

Descriptions of the species are organized into alliances which are of horticultural importance. The five most important species for breeding exciting hybrids are treated in a separate chapter. The last ten chapters introduce the best and mnost desirable hybrids, again by alliance.

Connoisseurs and beginners alike will find this a useful reference to one of the most intriguing groups of orchids.

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Tropical Slipper Orchids: Paphiopedilum & Phragmipedium Species & Hybrids

5 comments

1 Stephen H. Feairheller { 03.28.10 at 5:41 pm }

I have been growing tropical slipper orchids for over 40 years and was aware of much of the material covered in this book but found that I was still learning as I read through it. It’s a wonderfully written review that is great for those of us with years of experience as well as those who are just developing an interest in these intriguing orchids. I heartily recommend it to all those with all levels of interest.
This item has : 5 / 5 stars.

2 G. G. Horak { 03.28.10 at 8:33 pm }

I review this tome as a relative new comer to the orchid scene. The writing is not only thorough but seems to answer queries as they arise in your mind. The illustrations are also exquisite. There is also a thorough and helpful section on cultivation which I found tremendously helpful.
This item has : 5 / 5 stars.

3 Judith F. Witkin { 03.28.10 at 8:58 pm }

This book has gorgeous pictures and lots of information. I highly recommend it for the experienced orchid grower, especially a Slipper grower. It might be a too overwhelming for the beginner unless they are really dedicated and determined to grow Slippers.
This item has : 5 / 5 stars.

4 Carole E. Meyers { 03.28.10 at 9:19 pm }

This book has a scientific text. I bought it for the wonderful images of orchids and would have preferred a more layman text, but that is not who this book is written for. So I just enjoy looking at the pictures.
This item has : 4 / 5 stars.

5 Hoa Lan { 03.28.10 at 11:06 pm }

Good book to own. Thanks the author to put a lot of works to make this book. The book have most informations about slipper orchid species and show along with pictures, average one picture in one page and specially good photography too.

I love this book and it’s worth the money. The Ochids lover should have this book.
This item has : 5 / 5 stars.