Paph. philippinense var. laevigatum

[catttan]

Here's my Paph philippinense which bloomed in February last year. You'll notice that the newly opened flower at the top (4th from the bottom) has only 1 or 2 twists in the lateral petals. As the flower matures the petals become more twisty (the flowers at the lower part of the stem). I think yours would most probably develop in the same way, if they have not already done so.

This year my philippinense seem to be late in blooming - but I hope I get 2 spikes this time.

[Brutal_Dreamer]

Just a beautiful slipper orchid! WOW!

cheers,
BD

[eggshells]

Beautiful plant Mr. Sung. Wonderful spirals.

Here is my second attempt.

[catttan]

Beautiful, Eggshells. I told you the twists would come.

[Ron-NY]

very nice philippinense!!!

[gardenguysorchids]

Beautiful! Love the stripes. When i first read your post and about your disappointment was hoping you would repost when the blooms were fully developed. I knew you were going to be in for a pleasant surprise . I love the striping on the dorsal of this one as much as the spirals.

[panam]

And it's even sweeter because of your initial disappointment, right?!

[orchids^_^]

I have one of these. Not sure the var. though. I think* it's just philippinense only. I wouldn't be disappointed! It is very beautiful