Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cuprea
ID:
908168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendl. & Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 11: 619 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000907503

Common Names

  • Coelogyne cuprea
  • Cuprea Orchid
  • Cuprea Coelogyne

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Description

Coelogyne cuprea (also called Copper Coelogyne, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne cuprea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coelogyne cuprea var. cuprea
Coelogyne cuprea var. planiscapa J.J.Wood & C.L.Chan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne cuprea has white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne cuprea is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing species with long, thin stems and small, bright green leaves. It is best grown in partial shade and in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by division of the clumps in spring.

Where to Find Coelogyne cuprea

Coelogyne cuprea is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in tropical forests.

Coelogyne cuprea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne cuprea?

Coelogyne cuprea

What is the natural habitat of Coelogyne cuprea?

Coelogyne cuprea is found in tropical rainforests.

What is the growth habit of Coelogyne cuprea?

Coelogyne cuprea is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, fragrant flowers.

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,

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