Coelogyne cristata

[Karp60]

I used to live in Hobart which had quite cold winters and they survived that with no problems, I guess the winter temp was close to Vietnams highlands where, I believe, they come from. I was also told not to divide as they do not like it, but put another pot filled with growing media and the plant will “ crawl “ into the fresh media.

 

[Silverwhisp]

The information about calcium (and light) is very helpful, and solves a puzzle for me. I have a Coelogyne cristata var. grandiflora whose leaves were beautifully glossy until I went from using tap water over the winter, to switching to rainwater this spring and summer. It never gets high light, and blooms every February, but only puts out 2 or 3 flowers. Now I know what needs to be done.

 

[Ozpaph]

great info, thanks. Mine doesnt flower - more light....

 

[emydura]

great info, thanks. Mine doesnt flower - more light....

I also wonder if your temperatures would get cool enough in Brisbane. This is an orchid from the Himalayas.

 

[Karp60]

I guess Bris is too warm for them, I do not know how successful it is going to be up there.

 

[Tom-DE]

That cristata is gorgeous!