Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
holochila
ID:
908858

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.F.Hunt & Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 52 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908193

Common Names

  • Coelogyne holochila
  • Holochila Coelogyne
  • Holochila Orchid

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Description

Coelogyne holochila (also called holochila orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne holochila is an orchid species that is often used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties. The leaves of this plant can also be used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne holochila has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne holochila is a tropical orchid species native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It can be propagated from seed, or by dividing the rhizomes. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Coelogyne holochila

Coelogyne holochila can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Coelogyne holochila FAQ

What are the common names of Coelogyne holochila?

Coelogyne holochila is commonly known as Smooth Coelogyne.

What is the growth rate of Coelogyne holochila?

Coelogyne holochila has a moderate growth rate.

What is the maximum height of Coelogyne holochila?

Coelogyne holochila can reach a maximum height of up to 4 feet.

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-45080: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Peter Francis Hunt (1936-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Hunt' in the authors string.