Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vampyrus
ID:
322106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Braas & Horich

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 33: 98 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321438



Common Names

  • Telipogon Vampyrus
  • Vampyric Telipogon
  • Vampire Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon vampyrus (also called Vampire Telipogon, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It has a single, erect, fleshy leaf and a single, erect, fleshy, yellow-green flower. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests at elevations of 800 to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Telipogon vampyrus 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 vampyrus 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 vampyrus 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 vampyrus

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

Telipogon vampyrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon vampyrus?

Telipogon vampyrus

What is the family of Telipogon vampyrus?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Telipogon vampyrus?

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-202219: Based on the initial data import
Lothar A. Braas (1942-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braas' in the authors string.
Clarence Klaus Horich (1921-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Horich' in the authors string.