Name: Coelogyne fimbriata 'Firefly' Lindl.
Synonyms: Coelogyne ovalis Lindl. (often confused); Coelogyne fuliginosa Lodd. ex Hook. (sometimes used as a synonym in horticulture, though botanically distinct).
Etymology: fimbriata = fringed — refers to the finely slit or hairy margins of the lip; 'Firefly' is a selected cultivar known for its compact form and particularly high-contrast, vibrant lip markings.

First description: The species was described by John Lindley in 1825. The 'Firefly' clone originated from selected horticultural cultivation.
Origin / Distribution: The parent species is widely distributed in Southeast Asia (India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia to Indonesia).
Location / Habitat: Epiphytic or lithophytic in shady to semi-shaded forests at altitudes of 600 to 1,500 m. It often grows on moss-covered branches or rocks near waterfalls and rivers, where there is constant humidity.
Description & Notes: Coelogyne fimbriata 'Firefly' is a charming, small-growing orchid with a creeping habit. The ovoid pseudobulbs are spaced out along a thin rhizome and each bears two light green leaves. The flowers usually appear singly or in pairs on short stems. They have a pale yellow to greenish base color, while the lip features spectacular dark brown to almost black veining and the characteristic "fringes."

This variety is extremely vigorous and ideal for beginners. Due to its creeping growth, it is excellently suited for hanging baskets or mounting on cork, where it quickly forms dense mats. It tolerates a wide temperature range (cool to warm) and, with good care, often blooms several times a year. The substrate should never dry out completely, but good drainage is important.