Overview
Coelogyne speciosa is a clump forming, pendulous weeping conservatory greenhouse in the genus Coelogyne, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Coelogyne speciosa grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Coelogyne speciosa is a clump-forming, pendulous weeping orchid cultivar within the Coelogyne genus, known for its epiphytic habit and pseudobulbs bearing two leathery, pleated evergreen leaves. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with an east or west-facing aspect and prefers a sheltered position. It grows best in moist but well-drained neutral soil, such as loam or sand. Flowering occurs in spring and summer, with racemes emerging from the centre of new growth. Coelogyne speciosa is suited for cultivation as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, requiring planting at the appropriate depth and propagation by division of pseudobulbs.
About the genus
Coelogyne is a genus of about 600 species, of sympodial epiphytes from the family Orchidaceae, distributed across India, China, Indonesia and the Fiji islands, with the main centers in Borneo, Sumatra and the Himalayas. They can be found from tropical lowland forests to montane rainforests. A few species grow as terrestrials or even as lithophytes in open, humid habitats.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Coelogyne
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Coelogyne speciosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming, Pendulous weeping
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Coelogyne speciosa
- Propagation
- Division of pseudobulbs
- Pest resistance
- Scale insect, Mealybugs, Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Coelogyne speciosa?
Coelogyne speciosa prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Coelogyne speciosa need?
Coelogyne speciosa grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Coelogyne speciosa hardy in the UK?
Coelogyne speciosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Coelogyne speciosa?
Division of pseudobulbs.