Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
908594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. 41. 1830

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000907929

Common Names

  • Fuscescens Coelogyne
  • Coelogyne Fuscescens
  • Crested Orchid

Searching for Coelogyne fuscescens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Coelogyne fuscescens (also called Dark-Colored Coelogyne, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows on trees in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne fuscescens is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It has a unique flower shape and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelogyne fuscescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

Searching for Coelogyne fuscescens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne fuscescens is a perennial orchid native to tropical Asia. It grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Coelogyne fuscescens

Coelogyne fuscescens can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Coelogyne fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne fuscescens?

Coelogyne fuscescens

What is the common name of Coelogyne fuscescens?

N/A

What is the family of Coelogyne fuscescens?

Orchidaceae

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-45053: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
IPNI Record: 77306248-1: Added by the Oct 2022 IPNI import.