CR

Parnata's Paphiopedilum

Paphiopedilum parnatanum

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Paphiopedilum parnatanum faces severe threats from overcollection for the international orchid trade, driven by its rarity and distinctive slipper-shaped flowers that make it highly sought after by collectors. Habitat destruction through deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited range has further reduced available growing sites. The species' extremely restricted distribution and small population size make it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from even minor disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits limestone karst formations and rocky outcrops in montane forests, typically growing in well-drained soils with high calcium content. It occurs at elevations between 800-1200 meters in areas with high humidity and filtered sunlight beneath the forest canopy.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionSpecies recoverySpecies reintroductionEx-situ conservationAwareness & communicationsLegislationLinked enterprises & livelihood alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Parnata's Paphiopedilum classified as Critically Endangered?
Parnata's Paphiopedilum is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Paphiopedilum parnatanum faces severe threats from overcollection for the international orchid trade, driven by its rarity and distinctive slipper-shaped flowers that make it highly sought after by collectors. Habitat destruction through deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited range has further reduced available growing sites. The species' extremely restricted distribution and small population size make it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from even minor disturbances.
Where does Parnata's Paphiopedilum live?
Parnata's Paphiopedilum occurs in Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Parnata's Paphiopedilum?
The main threats to Parnata's Paphiopedilum are 2.1, 5.3, 5.4, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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