Origin:

This genus of orchids is native to Asia, primarily the Himalayan regions, extending through Southeast Asia to the Pacific Islands.

Location:

A windowsill that is bright and as cool as possible. During the summer months, Coelogyne orchids can be hung outdoors in a shady spot. This is especially true for Coelogyne cristata, which can even tolerate temperatures as low as 10 °C in winter. There are also two other groups. These are C. speziosa, which prefers warm (20–25 °C) and humid conditions year-round, and C. massangeana, which thrives at 15–20 °C.

Giessen:

Depending on the temperature: Speciosa group: Keep evenly moist year-round. In winter, when light is scarce, naturally water a little less. Group massangeana: Keep moist in summer, slightly drier in winter, without letting the bulbs shrivel. Group cristata: Keep moist in summer, water almost not at all in winter. But here, too, do not let the bulbs shrivel.

Fertilizing:

During the summer growing season, add orchid fertilizer at the recommended concentration every third time you water. Do not fertilize after flowering or during the winter!

Special features:

The fact that individual species are found in a range of environments—from hot lowland climates to cool mountainous regions—makes it difficult to pinpoint their exact requirements. However, most species do well when grown under average conditions.

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