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The Stanhopea Story
Stanhopea oculata
Stanhopea is an interesting genus. It is epiphytic and sympodial, with large, showy, fragrant flowers, and has the habit of throwing the flower spike from the bottom of the plant, so that it requires potting in a basket.
The flowers, not prolific, have a peculiar waxy texture and are disappointingly short-lived. If cut immediately and placed in water they will last a little longer.
The fleshy prominent lip and organs for reproduction display many surprising shapes in the different species. The plants are pseudobulbous and have dark green leaves.
The Stanhopea is for the intermediate and advanced grower.
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