Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
zephyrinus
ID:
322116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 71 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321448



Common Names

  • Telipogon Zephyrinus
  • Zephyrine Telipogon
  • Zephyr Telipogon


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Description

Telipogon zephyrinus (also called Zephyr 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 zephyrinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce essential oils for use in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Telipogon zephyrinus has yellow-greenish flowers with a white lip. Seed: The seeds of Telipogon zephyrinus are small, brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Telipogon zephyrinus are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Telipogon zephyrinus 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 zephyrinus

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

Telipogon zephyrinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Telipogon zephyrinus?

Telipogon zephyrinus

What is the family of Telipogon zephyrinus?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Telipogon zephyrinus?

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,

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