Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cristinae
ID:
1320655

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 27: 179 (2010 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333109

Common Names

  • Telipogon cristinae
  • Cristina's Telipogon
  • Cristina Telipogon

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Description

Telipogon cristinae (also called Cristina's Telipogon, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon cristinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Telipogon cristinae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon cristinae is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Telipogon cristinae

Telipogon cristinae is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Telipogon cristinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon cristinae?

Telipogon cristinae

What type of plant is Telipogon cristinae?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Telipogon cristinae found?

It is found in 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

Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.