Stanhopea tigrina
Taxonomy
Stanhopea tigrina
Stanhopea
Orchidaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Stanhopea tigrina

How often to water your Stanhopea tigrina

every 9
Stanhopea tigrina needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Fort Worth, Texas.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Fort Worth, Texas
42% Low

Growing Stanhopea tigrina in Fort Worth right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium š
February 7th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by ānet radiationā in Fort Worth is currently medium š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determā¦
Sunlight will increase by 30.2% āļø
February 4th, 2023
Fort Worth is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Fort Worth is expected to increase by 30.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.6 megajoules of energy peā¦
Finding light for Stanhopea tigrina in your home

a window
Stanhopea tigrina may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Fort Worth, Texas ā .

How to fertilize Stanhopea tigrina

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Stanhopea tigrina after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Stanhopea tigrina prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Stanhopea tigrina may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Stanhopea tigrina
Stanhopea tigrina
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Fort Worth, Texas, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
