Ridleyella
(pronounced: rid-lee-EL-lah)
Classification
Podochileae subtribe Ridleyellinae
Etymology
Named to honor British botanist H. N. Ridley for his monumental contributions to Asian botany.
Distribution
A monotypic genus endemic to New Guinea.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Ridleyella in baskets of medium-grade epiphyte mixture. Provide medium light levels, cool-intermediate temperatures, high humidity, and regular watering throughout the year.
Literature
Schlechter, R. 1911-1914. Die Orchidaceen von Deutsch-Neu-Guinea. Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1:1-1165.
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