Warrea
(pronounced: WAR-ree-ah)
Classification
Maxillarieae subtribe Zygopetalinae
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Overview
Caespitose terrestrials with tapered pseudobulbs concealed by leaf bases. Leaves several, plicate, erect. Inflorescences erect, scapose racemes. Flowers showy, nodding. Sepals and petals free, subsimilar. Lip unlobed, concave, with a central keeled callus. Column stout, arcuate towards the apex; pollinia 4 in 2 unequal, compressed pairs.
Distribution
A genus of four species ranging from Honduras to Bolivia.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow Warrea in pots in a terrestrial mixture rich in moisture-retaining organic material. Provide them with medium bright light levels and intermediate temperatures. Water regularly throughout the year and do not let the root system dry out for long periods.
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