About
Promenaea stapelioides is a small, epiphytic orchid from Brazil producing pseudobulbs and bearing racemes of intricately patterned, star-shaped flowers. A rewarding orchid for a cool to intermediate heated greenhouse collection.
About the genus
Promenaea are small, epiphytic orchids from South America producing pseudobulbs and bearing racemes of showy, often intricately patterned flowers. Grown in cool to intermediate heated greenhouse collections.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.