Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ruckeri
ID:
315820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29: t. 44 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315152

Common Names

  • Stanhopea ruckeri
  • Rucker's Stanhopea
  • Rucker's Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Stanhopea inodora Lodd. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Stanhopea ruckeri speciosa Lem. [unknown]

Description

Stanhopea ruckeri (also called 'Rucker'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 ruckeri 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 ruckeri 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Stanhopea ruckeri can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The pseudobulbs should be divided when they are dormant and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Stanhopea ruckeri

Stanhopea ruckeri can be found in Costa Rica.

Stanhopea ruckeri FAQ

What is the best temperature for Stanhopea ruckeri?

Stanhopea ruckeri prefers temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F)

What is the best humidity for Stanhopea ruckeri?

Stanhopea ruckeri prefers a humidity of 60-80%.

What is the best light for Stanhopea ruckeri?

Stanhopea ruckeri prefers bright, indirect light.

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-196157: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.