What is another word for Genus Stanhopea?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs stanhˈə͡ʊpi͡ə] (IPA) 
Stanhopea is a genus of orchids that belongs to the family of Orchidaceae. It comprises about 70 species and is distributed in Central and South America, from Mexico to Brazil. The flowers of Stanhopea orchids are usually large, showy, and fragrant, with peculiar shapes and colors. Some of the synonyms for the genus Stanhopea include the following: Acinopetala, Braemia, Cirrhaea, Coryanthes, Cyrtopodium, Kegeliella, Lueddemannia, Peristeria, Schlimia, Sievekingia, and Trevoria. While some of these genera have a close taxonomic relationship to Stanhopea, others have been synonymized due to their similar morphological and molecular characteristics. Nonetheless, all of these genera represent a fascinating group of orchids that are highly desirable for their unique features and beauty.
