Schlimia

Classification

Maxillarieae subtribe Stanhopeinae

Etymology

Named for botanical collector Louis Schlim.

Distribution

A genus of seven species native to South America. The flowers of different species are externally very similar to one another.

Care and Culture Card

See basic growing conditions and care information below.


Literature

Lückel, E. 1990. Schlimia jennyana, eine neue Art aus Peru. Die Orchidee 41(2):67-69.

Sweet, H. R. 1973. Orquídeas Andinas poco conocidas. VII. Schlimia Planchon & Linden ex Lindl. Orquideología 8:3-14.
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