Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
setosus
ID:
322087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6: 28 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321419



Common Names

  • Telipogon Setosus
  • Bristly Telipogon
  • Hairy Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon setosus (also called Bristly Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a thick, fleshy stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid montane forests, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon setosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Telipogon setosus is yellow in color, with five petals and a white center. The seed is oval and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon setosus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Telipogon setosus

Telipogon setosus is native to Colombia and can be found in the department of Valle del Cauca.

Telipogon setosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon setosus?

Telipogon setosus

What is the common name of Telipogon setosus?

Setosus Orchid

What is the family of Telipogon setosus?

Orchidaceae

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-202200: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.