Status:
valid
Authors:
Archila, Pérez-García, Chiron & Szlach.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 18: 43 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347401
Description
Stanhopea fonsecae (also called Fonseca's Stanhopea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and large, fragrant flowers with a yellow-green dorsal sepal and a white labellum with yellow spots.
Uses & Benefits
Stanhopea fonsecae 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 fonsecae 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 fonsecae is an orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers a shady, well-drained position and a soil that is rich in organic matter. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not too much in winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Stanhopea fonsecae
Stanhopea fonsecae can be found in the mountains of Central America.
Stanhopea fonsecae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stanhopea fonsecae?
Stanhopea fonsecae
What is the common name of Stanhopea fonsecae?
Fonseca's Stanhopea
What is the family of Stanhopea fonsecae?
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,