Coelogyne tommii

Also known as: Tomm's Coelogyne in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Tomm's Coelogyne is a cool to warm growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Mr Tommy Sng cultivator of typr specimen.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Autumn

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Fragrant:

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Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,