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Vargasiella is a small South American genus in the orchid family (Orchidaceae), subfamily Epidendroideae.
Distribution[]
Plants are found from Peru to Venezuela.
Description[]
Plants are monopodial with a cluster of small flowers.
Culture[]
Keep plant cool to intermediate temperatures. Keep plant in shade to moderate light. Potting media should not be allowed to dry out. Keep moist but not soggy. Water about every five to seven days. Plants should be potted in a well drain mix with medium fir bark with some perlite or in tree fern fibers. Plant is best grown in a basket
Naming[]
The genus was named after Peruvian botanist Dr. Cesar Vargas.
Species[]
- Vargasiella peruviana C.Schweinf., 1952.
- Vargasiella venezuelana C.Schweinf., 1958.