Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
marleneae
ID:
837710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nauray & A.Galán

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 65: 85 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837045



Common Names

  • Telipogon marleneae
  • Marleneae Telipogon
  • Marleneae Orchid


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Description

Telipogon marleneae (also called 'Marlene's Telipogon', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on trees and other plants in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon marleneae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon marleneae has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon marleneae is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Telipogon marleneae

Telipogon marleneae is native to Peru and can be found in the wild in this region.

Telipogon marleneae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon marleneae?

Telipogon marleneae

What type of plant is Telipogon marleneae?

Orchid

Where is Telipogon marleneae native to?

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-374360: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Galán de Mera (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Galán' in the authors string.
William Nauray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nauray' in the authors string.