Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
marthae
ID:
909109

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.E.C.Sierra

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Blumea 45: 299 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908444

Common Names

  • Coelogyne marthae
  • Martha's Coelogyne
  • Martha's Orchid

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Description

Coelogyne marthae (also called Martha's 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 marthae is a popular ornamental plant. It is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne marthae has small, white flowers with yellow or orange centers. The flowers are borne in clusters on the tips of the stems. The seeds are small, black, and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne marthae is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Coelogyne marthae

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

Coelogyne marthae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne marthae?

Coelogyne marthae

What type of plant is Coelogyne marthae?

Orchid

Where is Coelogyne marthae 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-45147: Based on the initial data import
S.E.C. Sierra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.C.Sierra' in the authors string.