Stanhopea tigrina
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
An orchid.
There are 70 Stanhopea species. They are epiphytic orchids in tropical America.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Central America, Mexico (country/location of origin), North America, Slovenia
How it is used for food
The highly scented flowers have been used to add flavour to tortillas.
Edible parts
Flowers - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Tigrasta stanhopeja