Stanhopea posadae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
posadae
ID:
315810
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jenny & Braem
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Caesiana 22: 172 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315142
Common Names
- Stanhopea posadae
- Posada's Stanhopea
- Posada's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stanhopea posadae (also called 'Posada's Stanhopea', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and large, fragrant flowers with yellow and brown spots. It is found in humid forests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Stanhopea posadae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stanhopea posadae is typically yellow or white with a red lip and has a strong, sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stanhopea posadae is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Stanhopea posadae
Stanhopea posadae can be found in Colombia.
Stanhopea posadae FAQ
What is the common name of Stanhopea posadae?
Posada's Stanhopea
What is the scientific name of Posada's Stanhopea?
Stanhopea posadae
What type of plant is Posada's Stanhopea?
An epiphytic orchid
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-196147: Based on the initial data import
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.