Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
embreei
ID:
807318

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.H.Williams & Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 170 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806652



Common Names

  • Telipogon embreei
  • Embreei Telipogon
  • Embreei Orchid


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Description

Telipogon embreei (also called 'Embree's Telipogon', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia. It is found growing on trees and rocks in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon embreei 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 embreei 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 embreei

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

Telipogon embreei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon embreei?

Telipogon embreei

What is the family of Telipogon embreei?

Orchidaceae

Where is Telipogon embreei found?

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-344910: Based on the initial data import
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.