Status:
valid
Authors:
Nauray, A.Galán & Mamani
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 65: 80 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837086
Common Names
- Telipogon Casadevalliae
- Cascade Telipogon
- Cascade Orchid
Description
Telipogon casadevalliae (also called Casadevall's Telipogon, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has a climbing habit and is found in humid forests and on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Telipogon casadevalliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telipogon casadevalliae is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telipogon casadevalliae can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.
Where to Find Telipogon casadevalliae
Telipogon casadevalliae is native to Peru and can be found in the wild in this region.
Telipogon casadevalliae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telipogon casadevalliae?
Telipogon casadevalliae
What is the common name of Telipogon casadevalliae?
Casadevall's Telipogon
What is the natural habitat of Telipogon casadevalliae?
It is found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador
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
William Nauray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nauray' in the authors string.
Marlene Mamani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mamani' in the authors string.