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Paphiopedilum (slipper orchid) have lovely flowers and the leaves of some are beautifully mottled. They are not too difficult to grow as houseplants, and are more unusual than the Phalaenopsis and Cymbidium commonly sold in garden centres. Slipper orchids generally flower from November to March, but flowers can appear at any time of the year. Flowers last up to three months, and may need support with a stake.
Earth laughs in flowers 
Very lovely, is this one yours Jude? I have three in flower at the moment but only Phalaenopsis.
No, this is from Wisley. I used to have a few Phalaenopsis – 3 white, 1 pink and 1 yellow. All gone now, but I did get them to flower for several years.