"Odd" new growths on my nigritum aka. barbatum

[Rick]

Rick,

Thanks for your insight. It makes a lot of sense. Especially if the sexual reproduction rate of some Paphs in nature is as low as reported, then maybe vegetative propagation takes on a more significant roll.

Plant physiology is not my strong suit. Which is why I ask questions. I appreciate the answer.

charlie c

I'm glad you like my answer, but I may be guessing no more than you. I have some friends who are much more knowledgeable than me on plant physiology (that I get some info from) but I'm more of an ecologist by trade. Keep thinking about it, and we may ultimately figure it out.