Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
genuflexa
ID:
908665

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 28 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908000

Common Names

  • Coelogyne genuflexa
  • Flexed Coelogyne
  • Genuflexa Coelogyne

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Description

Coelogyne genuflexa (also called bent-neck coelogyne, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers that are arranged in a fan-like inflorescence. It grows in humid, shady forests at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne genuflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control in areas prone to soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne genuflexa has small, white flowers that are arranged in a panicle-like inflorescence. The flowers are insect-pollinated and produce small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf and a small, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne genuflexa is an evergreen orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Coelogyne genuflexa

Coelogyne genuflexa can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Coelogyne genuflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne genuflexa?

Coelogyne genuflexa

What is the common name of Coelogyne genuflexa?

Flexible Coelogyne

Where is Coelogyne genuflexa native to?

Southeast Asia

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-45060: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.