Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
calueri
ID:
807314

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.H.Williams & Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 170 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806648

Common Names

  • Telipogon calueri
  • Calueri Telipogon
  • Calueri Orchid

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Description

Telipogon calueri (also called 'Caluer's Telipogon', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia. It is found growing on trees and rocks in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon calueri has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon calueri has a white flower with a yellow center and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon calueri is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Telipogon calueri

Telipogon calueri is native to the tropical rainforests of northern Australia. It can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Telipogon calueri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon calueri?

Telipogon calueri

What is the family of Telipogon calueri?

Orchidaceae

Where is Telipogon calueri found?

Colombia

Species in the Telipogon genus

Telipogon alberti, Telipogon alegriae, Telipogon ampliflorus, Telipogon andicola, Telipogon antioquianus, Telipogon antonietae, Telipogon ardeltianus, Telipogon ariasii, Telipogon astroglossus, Telipogon asuayanus, Telipogon atropurpurea, Telipogon aureus, Telipogon auriculatus, Telipogon auritus, Telipogon ballesteroi, Telipogon benedicti, Telipogon bergoldii, Telipogon berthae, Telipogon biolleyi, Telipogon boissierianus, Telipogon bowmanii, Telipogon butcheri, Telipogon campoverdei, Telipogon caroliae, Telipogon cascajalensis, Telipogon caucanus, Telipogon chiriquensis, Telipogon christobalensis, Telipogon chrysocrates, Telipogon collantesii, Telipogon costaricensis, Telipogon cuyujensis, Telipogon dalstromii, Telipogon davidsonii, Telipogon dendriticus, Telipogon dodsonii, Telipogon dubius, Telipogon eberhardii, Telipogon ecuadorensis, Telipogon elcimeyae, Telipogon falcatus, Telipogon felinus, Telipogon fritillum, Telipogon frymirei, Telipogon genegeorgei, Telipogon glicensteinii, Telipogon gnomus, Telipogon gracilipes, Telipogon gracilis, Telipogon guacamayensis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344907: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.