Paphiopedilum philipenense x Johanna Burkhardt on deck

[Djthomp28]

I purchased mini compot of this cross in 2016 not appreciating the time or space investment for multis. As the seedlings grew, I slowly sold them leaving me with one seemingly never blooming plant. Well, it is finally blooming. Needless to say I am excited, which is why I am sharing a preview. The first flower is open and four more are in bud. Hopefully they will make it, and I can give an update.



While philipenense x Johanna Burkhardt has not been registered, Wossner Black Wing x philipenense is registered as QF Ikaika. The philipenense seems to add color, which the photo does not due justice. That can be corrected in future pictures. The philipenense also narrows the petals. Time will tell that the final outcome it and what it adds to my collection.

 

[Tom-DE]

Congrats! Very nice!

 

[Ozpaph]

Much darker than i expected. Hopefully the plant is smaller than the typical WBW/JB.

 

[Djthomp28]

All of the flowers are finally open. The final flower count is five. Not too shady for a first timer. Unfortunately, it is hard for the photo to capture the subtle red cast on the petals. Taking it into nature light would lightly help, but it has been cloudy and rainy for 5 days here. So taking photos outside is not an option. Maybe next week.

I have limited space for multiflorals and need to decide if this has a long term place in the collection. Thoughts?




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