Status:
valid
Authors:
Archila, Pérez-García, Chiron & Szlach.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 18: 33 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347397
Description
Stanhopea aliceae (also called Alice's Stanhopea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a medium-sized plant with long, thin leaves and a short stem. The flowers are large and fragrant, and are typically yellow or orange in color. It prefers humid, shady environments, and is often found growing on trees or in the crooks of branches.
Uses & Benefits
Stanhopea aliceae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stanhopea aliceae has large, white, fragrant flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stanhopea aliceae is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in the ground in moist, shaded areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes, or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Stanhopea aliceae
Stanhopea aliceae can be found in the mountains of Central America.
Stanhopea aliceae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stanhopea aliceae?
Stanhopea aliceae
What is the common name of Stanhopea aliceae?
Alice's Stanhopea
What is the family of Stanhopea aliceae?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Stanhopea genus
Stanhopea anfracta,
Stanhopea annulata,
Stanhopea avicula,
Stanhopea candida,
Stanhopea cirrhata,
Stanhopea connata,
Stanhopea costaricensis,
Stanhopea deltoidea,
Stanhopea dodsoniana,
Stanhopea ecornuta,
Stanhopea embreei,
Stanhopea florida,
Stanhopea fowlieana,
Stanhopea frymirei,
Stanhopea gibbosa,
Stanhopea grandiflora,
Stanhopea graveolens,
Stanhopea greeri,
Stanhopea guttulata,
Stanhopea haseloffiana,
Stanhopea hernandezii,
Stanhopea herrenhusana,
Stanhopea horichiana,
Stanhopea insignis,
Stanhopea intermedia,
Stanhopea jenischiana,
Stanhopea lewisae,
Stanhopea lietzei,
Stanhopea maculosa,
Stanhopea madouxiana,
Stanhopea maduroi,
Stanhopea martiana,
Stanhopea moliana,
Stanhopea napoensis,
Stanhopea nigripes,
Stanhopea novogaliciana,
Stanhopea oculata,
Stanhopea ospinae,
Stanhopea panamensis,
Stanhopea peruviana,
Stanhopea platyceras,
Stanhopea posadae,
Stanhopea pozoi,
Stanhopea pseudoradiosa,
Stanhopea pulla,
Stanhopea quadricornis,
Stanhopea radiosa,
Stanhopea reichenbachiana,
Stanhopea ruckeri,
Stanhopea saccata,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,