Taxon

Coelogyne tomentosa

 
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Coelogyne tomentosa - The Hairy Coelogyne
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Common name: The Hairy Coelogyne
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Peninsular Thailand to W Malesia
Habitat: River valleys and montane forests; 1150-2100m
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): Year round; peaks in June and November
Fragrance: Fir trees
Bloom characteristics: Pendulous inflorescence is up to 15" long with 20-30 yellow to white flowers. Flowers are 2-2.5" across and last 12-15 days.
Description: This large orchid is one of the most commonly grown coelogynes, very tough, and can flower at almost any time of year.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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