Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
odoratissima
ID:
909293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908628

Common Names

  • Coelogyne Odoratissima
  • Fragrant Coelogyne
  • Fragrant Orchid

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Description

Coelogyne odoratissima (also called fragrant coelogyne, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to India. It has a pendulous habit and grows to a height of 30 to 60 cm. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne odoratissima is used as a decorative plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne odoratissima has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The flowers are arranged in clusters and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne odoratissima is an evergreen orchid that can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12.

Where to Find Coelogyne odoratissima

Coelogyne odoratissima is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Coelogyne odoratissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelogyne odoratissima?

Coelogyne odoratissima

What is the common name of Coelogyne odoratissima?

Fragrant orchid

What is the natural habitat of Coelogyne odoratissima?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-45181: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.