Genus Coelogyne (Noun)
Meaning
Large diverse genus of tropical Asiatic epiphytic orchids.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family Orchidaceae has a large diverse genus of tropical Asiatic epiphytic orchids referred to as genus Coelogyne commonly known as necklace orchids.
- The genus Coelogyne comprises approximately 200 species of flowers native to a region spanning the Himalayas to the Philippines.
- Orchid enthusiasts often focus on cultivating the genus Coelogyne due to its unique flowers, varied colors, and resilience in artificial environments.
- One distinguishing characteristic of the genus Coelogyne is its preference for high elevations with moderate to low temperatures, ranging from 1200 to 3500 meters above sea level.
- While studying tropical Asiatic epiphytic orchids, scientists frequently categorize specimens under genus Coelogyne as they display distinct morphological features.