Paphiopedilum dianthum in bud

[Jmoney]

It could be worse. At least you're a *paph* species snob.

[Paphraguy]

The spike has grown longer and the buds are about to open. Here is an updated pic.

[Heather]

Ooh, that is getting close Pete! I was thinking earlier that you'd said you might post this today. Thanks!

[momokev]

Ohhhhh, ahhhhh! About how old is the plant?

Lisa

[Paphraguy]

Lisa,

I have had the plant for a few years, don't remember how long I have had it but I do remember it was a small one growth seedling.

[Paphraguy]

One of the 3 buds is now slowly opening like the slowest turtle on earth. This spike is taking forever to bloom! Here is a close up pic of the bud opening.

[Heather]

oooh! I love the white dorsal on that one. Cannot wait for your little slow-poke to open!

Nice photograph by the way.

[Paphraguy]

Here is the latest pic. The buds are not fully open yet, so will post another when they are all open and the petals more twisted.

[Heather]

Love that one - very pretty w/ the sun streaming through. Thanks for always posting your lovely photographs!

[Paphraguy]

Thanks, Heather! Here's another one, a close up of the second flower not fully opened yet.