Status:
valid
Authors:
Kolan., Szlach. & Medina Tr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 65: 114 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346124
Description
Telipogon diabolicus (also called Diabolic Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It typically grows up to 0.3-0.5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Telipogon diabolicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea. The leaves of this plant can be used as a salad green.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Telipogon diabolicus are white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telipogon diabolicus is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, acidic potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs in the spring.
Where to Find Telipogon diabolicus
Telipogon diabolicus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Telipogon diabolicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telipogon diabolicus?
Telipogon diabolicus
What are the common names of Telipogon diabolicus?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Telipogon diabolicus?
Tropical rainforest
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
Ramiro Medina Trejo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Medina Tr.' in the authors string.