Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
szmitii
ID:
1323726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach., Mytnik & Baranow

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Res. Conservation 15: 10 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336180



Common Names

  • Telipogon szmitii
  • Szmit's Telipogon
  • Szmit's Orchid


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Description

Telipogon szmitii (also called Szmit's Telipogon, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has an erect stem and ovate leaves with serrated margins. It grows in montane forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon szmitii is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and headache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon szmitii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon szmitii is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. It can also be propagated from division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Telipogon szmitii

Telipogon szmitii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador.

Telipogon szmitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon szmitii?

Telipogon szmitii

What type of plant is Telipogon szmitii?

Telipogon szmitii is an orchid.

Where is Telipogon szmitii found?

Telipogon szmitii is found in 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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.