Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
microglossus
ID:
807325

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) N.H.Williams & Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 170 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806659

Common Names

  • Telipogon microglossus
  • Microglossus Telipogon
  • Small-eared Telipogon

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Description

Telipogon microglossus (also called 'Microglossus Telipogon', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm tall, with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon microglossus has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon microglossus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon microglossus 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 microglossus

Telipogon microglossus is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations up to 2,000 m.

Telipogon microglossus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Telipogon microglossus?

Telipogon microglossus is found in tropical montane cloud forests in the Andes of Colombia.

What is the flower color of Telipogon microglossus?

The flowers of Telipogon microglossus are yellow.

What is the size of Telipogon microglossus?

Telipogon microglossus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344917: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.