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Coelogyne saccolabium (syn. Dendrochilum saccolabium)
Coelogyne saccolabium (syn. Dendrochilum saccolabium)
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Coelogyne saccolabium, formerly Dendrochilum saccolabium, is a miniature to small epiphyte from the Philippines, found above about 1200 metres. Each tapered pseudobulb carries a single leathery, corrugated leaf, and dense arching spikes of up to 40 small flowers emerge with the new growth. The flowers sit partly enclosed by spotted bracts and never open fully.
What to expect
- Flowers: Small (about 6 mm), red, partly hidden by spotted bracts.
- Plant: Compact; will grow into a specimen in a small pot.
- Flowering: Spikes appear with the new growths.
Growing notes
- Temperature: Cool to intermediate.
- Light: Bright filtered light.
- Water: Keep damp but not soggy.
- Humidity & air: Moderate to high humidity with good air movement.
About the name
Formerly Dendrochilum saccolabium. The epithet refers to a resemblance to the genus Saccolabium; because it is a noun, it keeps its ‘-um’ ending under Coelogyne.
Shipping & condition
Supplied at flowering size – either a mature plant or a division from a plant that has already flowered – grown on in the Dandenong Ranges. Plants are packed on Sunday and sent on Monday. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.
Growing information: Coelogyne & Dendrochilum Orchid Care Guide
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