Stanhopea costaricensis Cyrtonia A night drop to 55-65°F

A night drop to 55-65°F (13-18°C) is necessary

well-developed plants that make a dramatic statement in any collection

succulent-textured orbicular leaves

Cattleya orchids prefer a rapid wet-dry cycle

Stanhopea costaricensis Cyrtonia A night drop to 55-65°FA 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