Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 16: 6 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000906964
Common Names
- Coelogyne brachyptera
- Brachyptera Orchid
- Short-Winged Orchid
Description
Coelogyne brachyptera (also called 'Short-winged Coelogyne', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial native to Borneo, where it grows in moist, shady habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Coelogyne brachyptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coelogyne brachyptera has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelogyne brachyptera can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Coelogyne brachyptera should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Coelogyne brachyptera
Coelogyne brachyptera is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Coelogyne brachyptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coelogyne brachyptera?
Coelogyne brachyptera
What is the common name of Coelogyne brachyptera?
Short-winged Coelogyne
What is the natural habitat of Coelogyne brachyptera?
Coelogyne brachyptera is found in tropical rainforests.
Species in the Coelogyne genus
Coelogyne chanii,
Coelogyne renae,
Coelogyne triuncialis,
Coelogyne yiii,
Coelogyne pempahisheyana,
Coelogyne pantlingii,
Coelogyne alvinlokii,
Coelogyne fonstenebrarum,
Coelogyne sudora,
Coelogyne rubrolanata,
Coelogyne sulcata,
Coelogyne acutilabium,
Coelogyne albobrunnea,
Coelogyne albolutea,
Coelogyne anceps,
Coelogyne asperata,
Coelogyne assamica,
Coelogyne barbata,
Coelogyne beccarii,
Coelogyne bicamerata,
Coelogyne bilamellata,
Coelogyne borneensis,
Coelogyne brachygyne,
Coelogyne brachyptera,
Coelogyne breviscapa,
Coelogyne bruneiensis,
Coelogyne brunnea,
Coelogyne buennemeyeri,
Coelogyne calcarata,
Coelogyne calcicola,
Coelogyne caloglossa,
Coelogyne candoonensis,
Coelogyne carinata,
Coelogyne celebensis,
Coelogyne chlorophaea,
Coelogyne chloroptera,
Coelogyne chrysotropis,
Coelogyne clemensii,
Coelogyne compressicaulis,
Coelogyne concinna,
Coelogyne confusa,
Coelogyne contractipetala,
Coelogyne corymbosa,
Coelogyne crassiloba,
Coelogyne craticulilabris,
Coelogyne cristata,
Coelogyne cumingii,
Coelogyne cuprea,
Coelogyne distans,
Coelogyne dulitensis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,