Overview

Stanhopea Shinjik gx is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Stanhopea, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Stanhopea Shinjik gx grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1A. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Stanhopea Shinjik gx is a clump-forming cultivar of the Stanhopea genus, a group of epiphytic orchids native to Central and South America. These orchids are known for their intricate, downward-hanging flowers that emit a strong fragrance for a limited time. The plant has evergreen foliage with ribbed, ovoid pseudobulbs clustered closely together, each supporting a single large leaf. It thrives in moist but well-drained loam soil with neutral pH, prefers full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, and is best grown in a conservatory or greenhouse under bright indirect light using orchid bark. This cultivar is hardy to H1A and can be propagated by division.

About the genus

Stanhopea is a genus of the orchid family (Orchidaceae) from Central and South America. The abbreviation used in horticultural trade is Stan. The genus is named for Philip Henry Stanhope, 4th Earl Stanhope (1781–1855), who was the president of the Medico-Botanical Society of London in 1829–1837.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Stanhopea

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1A

Plant details

Stanhopea Shinjik gx size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Stanhopea Shinjik gx

Propagation

Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions