Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vieirae
ID:
322112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 254 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321444



Common Names

  • Telipogon Vieirae
  • Vieira's Telipogon
  • Vieira Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon vieirae (also called Vieira's 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 vieirae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Telipogon vieirae has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon vieirae 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 vieirae

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

Telipogon vieirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon vieirae?

Telipogon vieirae

What is the family of Telipogon vieirae?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Telipogon vieirae?

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-202224: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.