Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
zhenkangensis
ID:
910433

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.C.Chen & K.Y.Lang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 21: 345 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909768

Common Names

  • Coelogyne Zhenkangensis
  • Zhenkangensis Orchid
  • Coral Orchid

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Description

Coelogyne zhenkangensis (also called 'Zhenkang Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized epiphyte with long, narrow leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Coelogyne zhenkangensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelogyne zhenkangensis has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelogyne zhenkangensis is a tropical evergreen orchid that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so regular pest and disease control measures should be taken.

Where to Find Coelogyne zhenkangensis

Coelogyne zhenkangensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Coelogyne zhenkangensis FAQ

What type of plant is Coelogyne zhenkangensis?

Coelogyne zhenkangensis is an orchid

Where does Coelogyne zhenkangensis grow?

Coelogyne zhenkangensis is native to Southeast Asia

What is the growth rate of Coelogyne zhenkangensis?

Coelogyne zhenkangensis grows at a moderate rate

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-45344: Based on the initial data import
Kai Yung Lang (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Lang' in the authors string.
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.