Telipogon jimburensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jimburensis
ID:
322026
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson & R.Escobar
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 6: t. 591 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321358
Common Names
- Telipogon jimburensis
- Jimburensis Telipogon
- Jimburensis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Telipogon jimburensis (also called 'Jimbura Telipogon', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, upright stem and small, white flowers. It grows in wet, montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Telipogon jimburensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telipogon jimburensis is yellow and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Telipogon jimburensis is an epiphytic orchid that grows in the tropical forests of Central America. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.
Where to Find Telipogon jimburensis
Telipogon jimburensis is found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Telipogon jimburensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telipogon jimburensis?
Telipogon jimburensis
What is the natural habitat of Telipogon jimburensis?
It is found in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
What is the flowering season of Telipogon jimburensis?
It flowers from April to May.
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-202146: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.