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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