Paphiopedilum Tatung Stronger 'Gemini'  (Blacklight x Black Velvet) has been originated by Ta-Tung Orchids and registered by Ching Hua in 2004.

This vini color Paphiopedilum hybrid has several Paph. species in the background but three major species are Paph. callosum 43.75%, Paph. charlesworthii 25.00% and Paph. lawrenceanum 23.44%. 

Previous Awards:

There are no AOS awards for this cross.

There are 9 awards for Paphiopedilum Tatung Stronger in Taiwan, including 2 awards for clone 'Gemini' (BM 78 pts in 2004 and SM 82 pts in 2006).

Description:

Our candidate has one flower on one 32-cm staked inflorescence. 

Flower Measurements:

NS H - 10.6 cm;                   NS V - 12.0 cm;

Dorsal Sep. W - 7.8 cm;    Dorsal Sep. L - 6.8 cm;

Petal W - 2.5 cm;               Petals L - 7.5 cm;

Lat/Synsepal W - 3.5 cm; Lat/Synsepal L - 5.5 cm;

Lip/Pouch W - 2.8 cm;      Lip/Pouch L - 7.0 cm.

Exhibitor - Madhu Chintala, Deep Cut Orchid Society, NJ

Plant has been screened.