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Stanhopeatigrina

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Stanhopea tigrina by bsimpson1972
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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Stanhopea (stan-HOPE-ee-uh)
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Species
tigrina (tig-REE-nuh)
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Synonym
Epidendrum fragrantissimum
Stanhopea expansa
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness

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Bloom Color
Scarlet (dark red)
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional
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