Coeliopsis
(pronounced: see-lee-OP-siss)
Classification
Maxillarieae subtribe Stanhopeinae
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Overview
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Etymology
From Coelia, a genus of orchis, and the Greek opsis, meaning resembling, due to the similarity of the genus to Coelia.
Distribution
A monotypic genus from Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Coeliopsis in pots or baskets of medium-grade epiphyte mixture. Provide medium light levels, intermediate temperatures, and regular watering throughout the year. Plants of Coeliopsis do well when somewhat pot-bound.
Literature
Horich, C. K. 1976. Coeliopsis hyacinthosma Rchb.f. en Costa Rica. Orquideologia 11:183-186.
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