Status:
valid
Authors:
Lodd. ex Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Sert. Orchid. : t. 20 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315171
Common Names
- Stanhopea wardii
- Ward's Stanhopea
- Ward's Orchid
Synonyms
- Stanhopea amoena Klotzsch [unknown]
- Stanhopea aurea Lodd. ex Lindl. [unknown]
- Stanhopea venusta Lindl. [unknown]
- Stanhopea inodora amoena (Klotzsch) Lindl. [unknown]
- Stanhopea wardii aurea Henshall [unknown]
Description
Stanhopea wardii (also called Ward's Stanhopea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with large, fragrant flowers. It is native to Central America and is commonly found in humid, montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stanhopea wardii 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 wardii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stanhopea wardii 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 wardii
Stanhopea wardii can be found in Colombia.
Stanhopea wardii FAQ
What is the best temperature for Stanhopea wardii?
Stanhopea wardii prefers temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F)
What is the best humidity for Stanhopea wardii?
Stanhopea wardii prefers a humidity of 60-80%.
What is the best light for Stanhopea wardii?
Stanhopea wardii 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,