Coelogyne wenzelii - Wenzel's Coelogyne, Wenzel's Dendrochilum

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Common name: Wenzel's Coelogyne, Wenzel's Dendrochilum

Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)

Synonym: Dendrochilum wenzelii

Distribution: Philippines

Habitat: Mossy forests; 985-3280ft (300-1000m)

Life form: Epiphytic

Bloom characteristics: Semi-arching inflorescence has 30 red-orange flowers. Flowers are .4" (1 cm) across.

Fragrance: Fragrant

Description: This small to medium sized orchid has sprays of flowers which range in color from red to yellow, but their shape remains the same.

Comments: Coelogyne wenzelii

Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew Science Plants of the World Online

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