Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
urceolatus
ID:
322104

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 16: 292 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321436



Common Names

  • Telipogon Urceolatus
  • Urceolate Telipogon
  • Urn-Shaped Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon urceolatus (also called Urceolate Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has a single, erect, leafless stem that is covered with small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid montane forests, usually in the understory of tall trees.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon urceolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Telipogon urceolatus 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 urceolatus is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but kept dry during the winter months. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Telipogon urceolatus

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

Telipogon urceolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon urceolatus?

Telipogon urceolatus

What is the family of Telipogon urceolatus?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Telipogon urceolatus?

Tropical montane forests

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-202217: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.