Paphiopedilum dayanum
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Habitat Information
| Geographic Distribution |
Sabah, Borneo |
| Elevation |
1000-5000 ft |
| Blooming Season (N. hemisphere) |
Summer, sometimes blooms twice year, with the second blooming season in the winter |
| Light Requirements |
Either bright or dim shade |
| Temperatures |
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| Substrate |
Grows in humus on forest slopes. Due to the presence of serpentine and limestone, medium may be alkaline |
| Water |
The winter is cool and very wet, while the summer is relatively dry |
| Humidity |
Prefers high humidity |
| Culture Notes |
Paph dayanum, as can be seen in the photo below, has two different forms of leaf coloration. These forms are not related to distinct regions; they grow intermixed within the same population. However, Birk suggests that there are bloom color differences between highland and lowland populations, the lowland flowers being paler, but larger. |
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