Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kukwae
ID:
1333659

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach. & Mytnik) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 39 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346113



Common Names

  • Telipogon Kukwae
  • Kukwae Telipogon
  • Telipogon Kukwae Orchid


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Description

Telipogon kukwae (also called Kukwa Telipogon, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Colombia. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon kukwae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Telipogon kukwae flower is small and pink, with five petals. The seed is a dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and pink, with five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon kukwae 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 kukwae

Telipogon kukwae is native to Colombia.

Telipogon kukwae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon kukwae?

Telipogon kukwae

What are the common names of Telipogon kukwae?

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What is the natural habitat of Telipogon kukwae?

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.