Exotic plants have seldom been given names to match their beauty. The Paphiopedilum, however, is a notable exception. The word Paphiopedilum was derived from the Greek word ‘Paphian’ which refers to the Roman Goddess Venus, and ‘pedilon’ which means slipper. This was how this unique orchid gets its common name, the Venus’ Slipper, Ladies Slipper or Slipper Orchid. The main characteristic responsible for the name and differentiating it from other orchids is the bizarre pouch-like structure, which is the lip or labellum of this orchid. There are about one hundred species of paphiopedilums spreading from South China, India, Burma, South East Asia, Philippines, and Papua New Guinea to the Solomon Islands.Visit this vibrant display at the Tan Hoon Siang Mist House. The National Orchid Garden is open daily from . Admission charges apply.
Dates: 5-19 Sep
Time: 8.30am–7pm
Venue: Tan Hoon Siang Misthouse, National Orchid Garden
Cost: Admission to the National Orchid Garden $5 for adults, and $1 for students and senior citizens above 60 years. Free for children (12 and below).
Website and contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg
