Coelogyne nitida is an orchid native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia, prized for its elegant, fragrant white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the leaves.
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
75% intensity
Orchid bark mix
50% intensity
Intermediate to warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Prefers daytime temperatures of 21-27°C and nighttime temperatures of 13-18°C.
Regular feeding during active growth.
50% intensity
Use a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Coelogyne nitida thoroughly when the potting medium begins to dry out. Avoid letting the roots sit in waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, less active growth periods, but never allow the pseudobulbs to completely shrivel.
Pruning is generally minimal for Coelogyne nitida. Remove any dead or damaged leaves or flower spikes at their base using clean, sharp scissors or a knife.
This helps maintain the plant's health and appearance, and prevents potential disease introduction.
Coelogyne nitida can be propagated by division.
When the plant has outgrown its pot and has several pseudobulbs, gently divide the root ball into smaller sections, ensuring each section has at least three pseudobulbs and healthy roots.
Pot these divisions into appropriate orchid mix.
Repot Coelogyne nitida every two to three years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, typically bark-based.
Repot after flowering or when new root growth is observed, usually in spring or early summer.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Coelogyne Nitida (Coelogyne nitida)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Coelogyne |
| Species | Coelogyne nitida |
Similar in genus Coelogyne
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