Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longirachis
ID:
909090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 7: 88 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908425

Common Names

  • Coelogyne Longirachis
  • Longirachis Orchid
  • Longirachis Coelogyne

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Description

Coelogyne longirachis (also called Long-tailed Coelogyne, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and long, narrow leaves. It grows in humid, shady areas and is often found in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne longirachis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelogyne longirachis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne longirachis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Water regularly, but allow the medium to dry out slightly between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Coelogyne longirachis

Coelogyne longirachis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Coelogyne longirachis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne longirachis?

Coelogyne longirachis

What type of plant is Coelogyne longirachis?

Orchid

Where is Coelogyne longirachis native to?

India, Myanmar, and Thailand

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-45129: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.