Stanhopea haselowiana

[Oculata]

I had an opportunity to see S. haselowiana in bloom for the first time when I visited Andy's Orchids the other day. I was so excited to see this orchid in bloom I just had to share it with you all. The purple spots and patterning make me appreciate the flowers even more. The fragrance is a bit like a lily mixed with a petroleum byproduct - not unpleasant, but light. Andy always seems to have more of the rare species just literally hanging around!

[isurus79]

That looks awesome! Did you buy a piece?

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[WhiteRabbit]

Fabulous!

[euplusia]

I have always wanted to see a haselowiana flower with my own eyes since a read a decription of this species some 25 years ago.
In this spring I had the opportunity to purchase a plant, and it is spiking now. I don't know if I'll see the flowers because I am away for holidays.
Your pictures confirm how great and floriferous Stanhopea haselowiana is.

[tuvoc]

Cool.

Kim

[Oculata]

Originally Posted by isurus79

That looks awesome! Did you buy a piece?

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Somehow a piece did find its way home with me. Now let's see if I can re-bloom it next year!

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Originally Posted by euplusia

I have always wanted to see a haselowiana flower with my own eyes since a read a decription of this species some 25 years ago.
In this spring I had the opportunity to purchase a plant, and it is spiking now. I don't know if I'll see the flowers because I am away for holidays.
Your pictures confirm how great and floriferous Stanhopea haselowiana is.

I hate when that happens with Stanhopea! Mine often bloom when I am away on vacation too. I guess that is the downside of growing orchids that only bloom for a few days out of the year. You will really like your S. haselowiana in full bloom. Good Growing!