Stanhopea connata Bromeliaceae dark surface

dark surface

giving the plant a remarkably animated

tolerates moderate humidity but benefits from good air movement around the foliage

star-shaped flower form characteristic of the Guarianthe influence

Stanhopea connata Bromeliaceae dark surfaceA fragrant epiphyte from the cloud forests of South America, producing pendulous flowers with broad, finely spotted sepals and a strikingly large, glossy dark burgundy hypochile that dominates the floral structure and draws the eye immediately. It grows as a robust plant with large pleated leaves and pendulous inflorescences that emerge from the base of the pseudobulbs. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun, which