Systeloglossum
(pronounced: siss-tee-loh-GLOS-sum)
Classification
Maxillarieae subtribe Oncidiinae
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Etymology
From the Greek systellein, meaning to draw together, and glossa, meaning tongue, referring to the lip which is tightly appressed to the column for its length.
Distribution
A genus of five species from Central America to Peru.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Systeloglossum in pots of fine-grade epiphyte mixture. Provide cool-intermediate to cool temperatures, medium to bright light levels, and regular watering throughout the year.
Literature
Dressler, R. L. and N. H. Williams 1970. The genus Systeloglossum. Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 39(4):323-329. Garay, L. A. 1967. A Peruvian rarity: Diadenium bennettii. Orchid Rev. 75(894):414-415.
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