Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 218 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000905761
Common Names
- Coelia bella
- Bella Coelia
- Bella's Coelia
Description
Coelia bella (also called Beautiful Coelia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and along roadsides and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Coelia bella is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coelia bella has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and yellow-brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelia bella is a species of plant that is cultivated in tropical climates. It is propagated by seed, and the seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seeds should be planted in spring or early summer, and the plants should be spaced about 10-15 cm apart. The plants should be watered regularly, and the soil should be kept moist. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks to ensure optimal growth.
Where to Find Coelia bella
Coelia bella can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Coelia bella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coelia bella?
Coelia bella
What is the common name of Coelia bella?
Bella's coelia
What is the origin of Coelia bella?
South America
Species in the Coelia genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,