This genus is a Synonym for accepted Monocot Pescatoria.

Bollea Rchb. f. 1852

Type Species: Bollea violacea (Lindl.) Rchb.f 1952

Tribe: MAXILLARIEAE

Subtribe: ZYGOPETILINAE

Pronunciation: Bowl-ee-ah

Temperature: I.C.

Country: Brazil, Colombia and Ecuador

A very desirable genus of around 11 species which favours high rainforests from between 3000 to 6000m. The flowers are large, fleshy and velvety in texture. They are best kept evenly moist with extra water and fertilizer while actively growing.