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Coelogynecristata

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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Coelogyne (koh-el-LAW-jin-ee)
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Species
cristata (kris-TAY-tuh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

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Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Mid Winter
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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional
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