Coelogyne cristata


Botanical Information

FamilyOrchidaceae
GenusCoelogyne
Speciescristata
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
OriginIndia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1b
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)10 - 15
Height30 cm
Spread60 cm
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodMarch

Description and Growing Information

PropagationBy Division.
CultivationThrives in rich, well moist soil with high humidity and full sunlight.
PestsSpider mites, aphids and mealybugs.
Flower DescriptionPure white curvy petals, lateral lobes a bright touch of golden-yellow. Strong fragrance emitted from flower.

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