Paraphalaenopsis labukensis
Shim, A.L.Lamb & C.L.Chan
42 x 29,7 cm
Watercolour on paper
2024
Paraphalaenopsis labukensis
IDR 3.000.000
The Paraphalaenopsis genus is unique in my opinion. There are only four species in this genus, all of which are endemic to Kalimantan, Indonesia. Among them, Paraphalaenopsis labukensis Shim, A.L.Lamb & C.L.Chan is one of the most beautiful. Its cylindrical leaf morphology sets it apart from most other leaves, and its stunning flowers make this species a favorite among many.
P. labukensis takes quite a long time to reach maturity and bloom. In my garden, it took 7 years and an 80 cm long leaf for P. labukensis to bloom for the first time since being nurtured from a seedling size. Certainly, the lengthy process of caring for it is not easy. In its natural habitat, P. labukensis can have leaves measuring over 200 cm long. It undoubtedly takes years to reach such lengths.
Unfortunately, the conversion of land for plantations and illegal hunting are increasingly pressing and threatening the survival of P. labukensis in its natural habitat.
Wayan Nadendra
Born in Denpasar, Bali on November 2nd, 1987. Familiarly known as “Wayan” or “Dendra”. After completing primary education at SMSR Bali, Dendra continued his higher education at STSRD Visi Yogyakarta and the Indonesian Institute of the Arts majoring in Visual Communication Design. Currently, he resides in and is domiciled in the city of Yogyakarta.
Dendra has loved plants since childhood, especially orchids. For him, caring for plants brings inner peace and is said to prolong life. This reason also underpins Dendra’s decision to start creating botanical artworks, supported by the knowledge he gained during school.
Dendra currently works as a Graphic Designer at an institution, while also working as a farmer, crossbreeder, and seller of orchids. Additionally, he is actively involved in orchid communities in the city of Yogyakarta, specifically.
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