Paphinia

Paphinia, abbreviated in horticultural trade Pna, is a genus of orchids, composed of an estimated 16 species from Central America, northern South America and Trinidad. These species are medium-sized epiphytes with small ovoid pseudobulbs and 2 or more leaves. The generic name comes from the Greek Paphia, the name of Aphrodite of Cyprus. Most authorities consider the genus rare. Species accepted as of June 2014: Hybrids include: * Paphinia Majestic (P. cristata x P. herrerae) * Paphinia Memoria Remo Lombardi (P. herrerae x P. lindeniana) * Gonginia (Gongora x Paphinia), an intergeneric hybrid

Paphinia

Paphinia, abbreviated in horticultural trade Pna, is a genus of orchids, composed of an estimated 16 species from Central America, northern South America and Trinidad. These species are medium-sized epiphytes with small ovoid pseudobulbs and 2 or more leaves. The generic name comes from the Greek Paphia, the name of Aphrodite of Cyprus. Most authorities consider the genus rare. Species accepted as of June 2014: Hybrids include: * Paphinia Majestic (P. cristata x P. herrerae) * Paphinia Memoria Remo Lombardi (P. herrerae x P. lindeniana) * Gonginia (Gongora x Paphinia), an intergeneric hybrid