Description
Paphiopedilum helenae-select tetraploid (we think!)
This seedling came from a batch of seed that was treated to induce tetraploids. The staminode is larger than most of its siblings and the foliage is thicker and wider. Very likely that this is 4n, but you can’t be sure without laboratory analysis. We were confident enough to use this plant when we wanted tetraploid pollen.