Coelogyne mayeriana
Coelogyne mayeriana
An elegant tropical orchid, Coelogyne mayeriana captivates with its delicate flowers and the characteristic growth habit of tropical orchids.
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's Species Profile
This orchid often grows on trees without harming them. It illustrates the diversity of epiphytic plants found in tropical environments.
Family:
Orchidaceae
Geographical origin:
Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia)
Size:
30 to 60 cm
Flowering:
Usually from March to July
Habitat:
tropical rainforests, often in trees
Class:
Monocots
Order:
Asparagus
An orchid from the tropical rainforests
Coelogyne mayeriana is a tropical orchid that often grows on trees without parasitizing them. This adaptation is known as epiphytism. Its pseudobulbs store water and nutrients, enabling it to survive during drier periods.
This orchid thrives in high humidity, good ventilation, and indirect light. Like manytropical orchids, it grows best in warm, humid environments. Its delicate blooms showcase the vast diversity of orchids found in tropical botanical collections.
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