Plants in genus stanhopea
Stanhopea annulata
Stanhopea annulata is an orchid species native to southern Colombia and Ecuador. Known for its unique pendant inflorescences that resemble Medusa's snaky hair, this orchid features small, greenish flowers. It thrives in humid, warm environments and prefers bright, filtered light.
Stanhopea tricornis
Stanhopea tricornis, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is native to Central and South America. Its flowers hang downward, requiring bright, indirect light and high humidity. This orchid is endemic to western South America, particularly Colombia, and is appreciated for its unique floral display.
Stanhopea jenischiana
Stanhopea jenischiana is an orchid species native to Central and South America, known for its fragrant, upside-down flowers. The blooms are orange-yellow with dark chestnut-red spots, requiring bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Stanhopea grandiflora
Stanhopea grandiflora is a captivating orchid species found from Trinidad to southern tropical America. Known for its large, fragrant flowers, this orchid thrives in warm, humid environments. It is a popular choice among orchid collectors due to its striking appearance and unique growing habits.
Stanhopea wardii
Stanhopea wardii, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is a species native to Central and South America. It requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive. This orchid is celebrated for its remarkable and fragrant blooms, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Stanhopea ruckeri
Stanhopea ruckeri, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is a fragrant orchid species native to Central and South America. Its flowers hang downward, requiring bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Stanhopea tigrina
Stanhopea tigrina, commonly known as the 'Tiger Orchid', is a stunning and fragrant orchid native to Mexico. Its flowers have bold, dark markings resembling a tiger. This plant requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation for optimal growth.
Stanhopea saccata
Stanhopea saccata is an orchid known for its fascinating and fragrant flowers that typically hang down beneath the plant. It requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive. This species is native to regions from Mexico to Central America.
Stanhopea oculata
Stanhopea oculata, known as the 'upside-down orchid,' is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Colombia and southeastern Brazil. It is renowned for its fragrant flowers and requires bright, indirect light with high humidity and good air circulation. This orchid's unique blooming habit and aromatic blooms make it a fascinating plant for orchid enthusiasts.
Stanhopea candida
Stanhopea candida, an orchid species native to Central and South America, is renowned for its fragrant 'upside-down' flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light with high humidity and good air circulation, making it a unique addition to tropical plant collections.
Stanhopea 'Yolanda Breck'
Stanhopea 'Yolanda Breck' is an orchid hybrid with large, fragrant flowers that hang downward. It requires bright, indirect light and proper humidity for optimal growth.
Stanhopea platyceras
Stanhopea platyceras is an orchid species endemic to Colombia, known for its unique and exotic blooms.
Stanhopea lietzei
Stanhopea lietzei is an orchid species native to eastern and southern Brazil, celebrated for its pendulous flowers and captivating fragrance. This tropical plant is part of the orchid family and is known for its unique floral display. It thrives in warm, humid environments, making it a popular choice for orchid enthusiasts seeking a plant with both visual and olfactory appeal.
Stanhopea reichenbachiana
Stanhopea reichenbachiana is an orchid species found from western Colombia to Ecuador. Named after botanists Philip Henry Stanhope and Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach, this plant is known for its unique and beautiful flowers.
Stanhopea nigripes
Stanhopea nigripes, an orchid species endemic to Peru, is known for its fragrant flowers and unique 'upside-down' blooming habit. Native to Central and South America, this orchid thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it suitable for tropical environments. It requires good air circulation to flourish and is admired for its striking appearance and pleasant fragrance. Stanhopea nigripes is a captivating addition to orchid collections, offering a glimpse into the diverse world of tropical plants.
Stanhopea gibbosa
Stanhopea gibbosa is an exquisite orchid species native to Colombia and West Ecuador, known for its pendulous flowers and captivating fragrance. This orchid is prized in collections for its unique appearance and is often misapplied to species from Costa Rica and Panama. Its distinctive flowers make it a standout in any orchid collection.
Stanhopea florida
Stanhopea florida is an orchid species native to the regions from Ecuador to Peru. Known for its unique and exotic blooms, this orchid thrives in specific environmental conditions, making it a fascinating choice for orchid collectors.
Stanhopea maduroi
Stanhopea maduroi, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is native to Central and South America and is celebrated for its fragrant flowers. It requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive.
Stanhopea embreei
Stanhopea embreei, known as "the upside-down orchid," is native to Central and South America. It requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation. This orchid is named for Alvin Embree and is known for its fragrant flowers and unique upside-down arrangement.
Stanhopea shuttleworthii
Stanhopea shuttleworthii, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is endemic to Colombia and native to Central and South America. This orchid requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive. It is renowned for its remarkable and fragrant blooms, making it a unique addition to any orchid collection.
Stanhopea whittenii
Stanhopea whittenii is an orchid native to Central and South America, thriving in humid rainforest environments. It is known for its large, fragrant flowers with deep maroon or brownish hues and white or yellow patterns. The pendulous blooms hang on long stems, and their fragrance is likened to ripe fruit, making this orchid a captivating addition to tropical plant collections.
Stanhopea connata
Stanhopea connata is an orchid species found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, known for its large flowers with a pungent smell. It grows at altitudes from 1,000 to 2,000 meters and features flowers that are 4.75 to 5.5 inches in size. This orchid is a unique addition to any collection.