Stanhopea costaricensis Seidenfademia filiform tails — two projecting

filiform tails — two projecting upward and one downward — creating a dramatic trident-like silhouette unlike almost any other species in the genus

glossy surfaces and vibrant green coloration that displays subtle variations in tone across the graceful

with a gently hooded dorsal sepal and short filiform tails on all three sepals

avoid direct sun which can bleach and scorch the foliage

this hybrid inherits the best traits from both parents

Stanhopea costaricensis Seidenfademia filiform tails — two projectingA fragrant epiphyte from the cloud forests of Central America, producing large pendulous flowers with heavily spotted, outward curving lateral sepals, two bold black ocellate spots on the hypochile, and a dramatically sculptural lip with elongated, downward curving bifid epichile lobes that give each bloom a striking, almost creature like presence. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the large