Oval Coelogyne

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Coelogyne mishmensis
• Coelogyne pilosissima
• Coelogyne ovalis var. latifolia
• Coelogyne arunachalensis
• Coelogyne decora

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asparagales and the family Orchidaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Coelogyne, which includes the species Coelogyne ovalis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the South-Central areas as well as within the high-altitude terrain of Tibet. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in the lush landscapes of Assam. The species is also documented throughout the nation of Bangladesh. Finally, its geographical range extends into the rugged environments of the East Himalaya.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Coelogyne ovalis is characterized by its specific vertical distribution within montane forest ecosystems, where it thrives across a distinct altitudinal gradient. This species is typically found inhabiting elevations ranging from a minimum of 800 m AMSL to a maximum of 1800 m AMSL. Within this ecological niche, the plant relies on the specific microclimatic conditions provided by these mid-to-high altitude zones, which offer the necessary humidity, temperature fluctuations, and light availability required for its growth and survival. Its presence within this 1000-meter elevational belt indicates a specialized adaptation to the atmospheric and environmental pressures unique to these subtropical or tropical montane habitats.

Elevational range max:

1800 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

800 m AMSL

Morphology

The morphology of Coelogyne ovalis is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its vegetative body. As an obligatory epiphyte, it thrives by growing upon other plants rather than in soil, functioning as an independent organism without acting as a parasite. In terms of its physical orientation, it is classified as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its specialized growth habit to navigate its environment while maintaining its own structural integrity.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

obligatory

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Coelogyne ovalis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ANTHOCYANIN, Flavonoid.

ANTHOCYANIN

1. Gene

Flavonoid

1. Gene