the Paphiopedilum javanicum complex

the Paph. javanicum complex include the species: Paph. javanicum + Paph. purpurascens + Paph. virens.

These species are each presented individually under the heading "Species". These plants are always viewed differently by the taxonomists. I think it is important, especially for conservation offspring, that these species are named correctly.

For a better comparison I have photographed all three species side by side here:

The dark hairiness of the ovary of Paph. virens is interesting. The much larger ovary from Paph. javanicum is also clearly recognizable. 

Finally, a summary of the three types in one picture: