Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mesotropicalis
ID:
837711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nauray & A.Galán

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 65: 88 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837046

Common Names

  • Telipogon mesotropicalis
  • Mesotropicalis Telipogon
  • Mesotropicalis Orchid

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Description

Telipogon mesotropicalis (also called 'Mesotropical Telipogon', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on trees and other plants in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon mesotropicalis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon mesotropicalis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon mesotropicalis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Telipogon mesotropicalis

Telipogon mesotropicalis is native to Peru and can be found in the wild in this region.

Telipogon mesotropicalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon mesotropicalis?

Telipogon mesotropicalis

What type of plant is Telipogon mesotropicalis?

Orchid

Where is Telipogon mesotropicalis native to?

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-374361: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Galán de Mera (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Galán' in the authors string.
William Nauray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nauray' in the authors string.