Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.O.Williams) N.H.Williams & Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 170 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806655
Common Names
- Telipogon helleri
- Helleri Telipogon
- Helleri Orchid
Description
Telipogon helleri (also called 'Heller'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 helleri has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Telipogon helleri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telipogon helleri 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 helleri
Telipogon helleri is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations up to 2,000 m.
Telipogon helleri FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Telipogon helleri?
Telipogon helleri is found in tropical montane cloud forests in the Andes of Colombia.
What is the flower color of Telipogon helleri?
The flowers of Telipogon helleri are yellow.
What is the size of Telipogon helleri?
Telipogon helleri is a small plant, reaching up to 15 cm in height.
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,