Orchidaceae plant introduction of Calanthe, Calanthe photo collection.

Stanhopea bucephalus

Stanhopea bucephalus Plant Attributes

Chinese Name: Qichun OrchidAlias: Goldfish Orchid, Inverted OrchidLatin Name: Stanhopea bucephalusFamily and Genus: Orchidaceae, StanhopeaDistribution: Peru, Mexico

Stanhopea bucephalus Plant Introduction

The Qichun Orchid is a perennial herbaceous plant. The pseudobulbs are ovoid, grouped on short creeping stems, and become wrinkled when old. The leaves are leathery, lanceolate, dark green. The flowers are large, bright yellowish-brown with red spots, and fragrant. The blooming period is in August. It prefers a warm, humid, and well-ventilated environment, often epiphytic on large tree branches. The Qichun Orchid has unique flower shapes, bright colors, and a fragrance. It is a famous greenhouse flower. In the flowering room, it should be placed in a shaded area to extend the blooming period.

Stanhopea bucephalus Image Appreciation

1. Image One of Qichun Orchid

2. Image Two of Qichun Orchid

3. Image Three of Qichun Orchid

4. Image Four of Qichun Orchid

5. Image Five of Qichun Orchid