Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
908416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1556 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000907751

Common Names

  • Coelogyne elmeri
  • Elmeri Orchid
  • Elmeri Coelogyne

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Description

Coelogyne elmeri (also called 'Elmer's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and a tall, upright habit. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as along riverbanks and in wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne elmeri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne elmeri has a white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne elmeri is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or vegetative cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soils, and can tolerate drought and poor soils. It is best to sow the seeds in spring, and the plants can be harvested in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Coelogyne elmeri

Coelogyne elmeri is found in the Philippines.

Coelogyne elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne elmeri?

Coelogyne elmeri

What is the common name of Coelogyne elmeri?

Elmer's orchid

Where is Coelogyne elmeri found?

Coelogyne elmeri is found in the Philippines.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-45036: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.