Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
auriculatus
ID:
321958

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruv. : t. 780 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321290



Common Names

  • Telipogon Auriculatus
  • Auriculatus Orchid
  • Auriculatus Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon auriculatus (also called Ear-shaped Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central America. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, erect stem reaching up to 40 cm in height. The leaves are lanceolate and arranged in two rows. The flowers are white and grow in a terminal inflorescence. It is found in wet forests from Nicaragua to Panama.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon auriculatus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and as a hedge plant. The plant is attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Telipogon auriculatus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon auriculatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Telipogon auriculatus

Telipogon auriculatus is native to the cloud forests of Colombia.

Telipogon auriculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon auriculatus?

Telipogon auriculatus

What is the family of Telipogon auriculatus?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Telipogon auriculatus?

Humid 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202084: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.