Status:
valid
Authors:
Collantes & C.Martel
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 113 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343301
Common Names
- Telipogon koechliniorum
- Koechliniorum Orchid
- Telipogon
Description
Telipogon koechliniorum (also called Koechlin's Telipogon, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to Colombia, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Telipogon koechliniorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Telipogon koechliniorum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telipogon koechliniorum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Telipogon koechliniorum
Telipogon koechliniorum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Telipogon koechliniorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telipogon koechliniorum?
Telipogon koechliniorum
What is the common name of Telipogon koechliniorum?
Koechlin's Telipogon
What is the natural habitat of Telipogon koechliniorum?
It is native to Colombia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
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
Benjamin Collantes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Collantes' in the authors string.
Carlos Martel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Martel' in the authors string.