Description
Coelogyne calcarata (also called Spurred 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 calcarata has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelogyne calcarata is a tropical, evergreen, epiphytic orchid that is native to Brunei. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Coelogyne calcarata
Coelogyne calcarata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.