Aspasia silvana

Aspasia silvana is an epiphytic orchid from the genus Aspasia.

Description

Plants bloom from spring to early summer with a single 8 cm wide flower.

Distribution

Plants are found growing in the montane forest of Bahia, Espiritu Santo and Rio de Janiero states of Brazil at elevations of 200 and up to 700 meters

Culture

Grow plants in cool to warm temperatures in partial shade to bright light. Water plant when mix drys. During the winter give plants a slight dryout between waterings. Water approximately once a week. Pot with medium fir bark. After flowering reduce watering for one to two months.

Naming

Common name: The Forest Growing Aspasia