Description
Coelogyne buennemeyeri (also called Buennemeyer's Coelogyne, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, upright, unbranched stem and a single, large, leathery leaf. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 800-2,000 m.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coelogyne buennemeyeri has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelogyne buennemeyeri is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The divisions should be planted in a moist, shady area. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Coelogyne buennemeyeri
Coelogyne buennemeyeri is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.