Paphiopedilum sugiyamanum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Paphiopedilum sugiyamanum faces severe pressure from illegal collection for the international orchid trade, with its striking slipper-shaped flowers making it highly sought after by collectors. The species' extremely restricted range in the Philippines makes entire populations vulnerable to over-harvesting. Habitat destruction through deforestation and agricultural conversion further compounds the threat to remaining wild populations.
Habitat
This terrestrial orchid inhabits humid montane forests and limestone cliffs in the Philippines, typically growing in shaded areas with well-draining soils. It occurs at elevations between 800-1,500 meters in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.
