Seegeriella
Classification
Oncideae subtribe Notyliinae
Etymology
Named to honor Gerhard Seeger, orchid grower at the Heidelberg Botanic Garden.
Distribution
A monotypic genus endemic to Bolivia.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Seegeriella on small slabs with the addition of a small pad of moisture-retaining material at the roots. Provide bright light levels, cool temperatures, and regular watering throughout the year.
Literature
Christenson, E. A. 2000. Seegeriella. Orchids 69(12):1162-1163. Senghas, K. 1997. Eine Stecknadel im Heuschober: Entdeckung der neuen Gattung Seegeriella - mit einer Ãœbersicht zur Subtribus Notyliinae. J. Orchideenfr. 4:188-197.
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