Coelogyne fuscescens is a striking species orchid from the Himalayas and Southeast Asia, producing arching to pendant flower spikes carrying multiple star-shaped blooms. The flowers are typically yellow-green to olive-green with a contrasting white lip marked with rich brown to chestnut markings, creating a distinctive and elegant display.
Mature plants can produce several spikes simultaneously, with the flowers held well clear of the foliage. This species is particularly rewarding as a specimen plant, developing impressive clumps of pseudobulbs over time.
Care
Light: Bright filtered light. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.
Water: Keep moist during active growth. Reduce watering slightly during cooler periods but do not allow plants to remain dry for extended periods.
Temperature: Cool to intermediate growing; ideally 10–28°C.
Humidity: Prefers 60–80% humidity with good air movement.
Media: Fine to medium orchid bark with excellent drainage.
Feeding: Regular applications of balanced orchid fertiliser during active growth.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Approximately 5–7 cm across
Flower colour: Yellow-green to olive-green with white and brown-marked lip
Spike habit: Arching to pendant, multi-flowered inflorescences
Blooming season: Late winter to spring
Fragrance: Lightly fragrant
Plant size: Medium to large specimen with age
Growth habit: Clumping epiphytic orchid with prominent pseudobulbs
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