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Huttonaea
Huttonaea is a small genus of orchids (about five species) native to southern Africa, grown mainly by specialist collectors rather than as common houseplants. Their care needs vary by species, so check the particular species before growing one.
Huttonaea is a genus of flowering plants from the orchid family, Orchidaceae. It contains 5 known species, all native to southern Africa (South Africa and Lesotho). This genus was named in honour of Caroline Hutton née Atherstone.
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