Stenorrhynchos speciosum is terrestrial native to Mexico and Central America. It is a very easy-to-grow species with huge, fat roots which do well in a terrestrial potting mix like peat moss or New Zealand sphagnum moss.

The large leaves can be compared to 'orchid hosta' as they are colored in bluish-green with white spotting. The flower spikes emerge in winter and can flower from the end of December to sometime in February. This species is very tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and conditions and can grow into magnificent specimens with several growths. The flower spikes are from 12 to 18 inches tall and covered in many light red tubular flowers with a white tubular lip. The flower spikes remain in bloom for 2-3 months or more.