{"product_id":"coelia-macrostachya","title":"Coelia macrostachya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCoelia macrostachya\u003c\/em\u003e is a distinctive orchid species native to Mexico and Central America, prized for its lush pleated foliage and impressive spikes of fragrant, creamy white to pale green flowers. Unlike many orchids that are grown primarily for their blooms, this species is equally attractive in foliage, forming handsome clumps that make an excellent display throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlower spikes emerge from the base of mature growths during the cooler months, carrying numerous waxy, sweetly fragrant flowers. An uncommon species in cultivation, \u003cem\u003eCoelia macrostachya\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent choice for collectors looking to grow something a little different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light or light shade. Avoid harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist during active growth, allowing the media to become only slightly dry between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm conditions (15–30°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers 50–80% humidity with good air movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining orchid bark mix with added moisture-retentive components such as sphagnum moss or perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced orchid fertiliser every 2–4 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies orchid native to Mexico and Central America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge pleated, bright green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces upright spikes carrying numerous fragrant flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers creamy white to pale green with a waxy texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering season: Winter to early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetly fragrant blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms attractive specimen-sized clumps with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent collector's species rarely offered for sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCoelia macrostachya\u003c\/em\u003e does not require a true winter dormancy. Continue watering throughout the year, although growth naturally slows during the cooler months. Reduce watering slightly in winter, but never allow the plant to dry out completely, particularly while flower spikes are developing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orchids - Lodge","offers":[{"title":"150mm pot","offer_id":51984021389600,"sku":"O163","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/20260715_115738_1.jpg?v=1784080758","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/coelia-macrostachya","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}