Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 358 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321442
Common Names
- Telipogon Vasquezii
- Vasquez's Telipogon
- Vasquez Telipogon
Description
Telipogon vasquezii (also called Vasquez's Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It has a single, erect, fleshy leaf and a single, erect, fleshy, yellow-green flower. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests at elevations of 800 to 2000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Telipogon vasquezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, headaches, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telipogon vasquezii is yellow in color, with five petals and a white center. The seed is round and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telipogon vasquezii is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but kept dry during the winter months. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Telipogon vasquezii
Telipogon vasquezii is native to Colombia and can be found in the department of Valle del Cauca.
Telipogon vasquezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telipogon vasquezii?
Telipogon vasquezii
What is the family of Telipogon vasquezii?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Telipogon vasquezii?
Tropical montane forests
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,