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Bearded Telipogon
Telipogon pogonostalix
Spectacular Andean orchid from Ecuador at 1700-2400 m, known for its intricate, hairy lip and striking radial pattern typical of Telipogon. Grows epiphytically in cold cloud forests with permanent mist. Requires cool temperatures, deep shade, saturated humidity and excellent air circulation.
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At a glance
- Plant type
- orchid
- Size
- small 8–15cm
- Light
- Shade
- Humidity
- 80%–100%
Native context
Where it belongs
- Countries
- Ecuador
- Ecosystems
- Cloud forest, Wet forest
- Elevation
- Montane (1,000–2,000 m)
- Flowering
- Year-round
About this plant
Spectacular Andean orchid from Ecuador at 1700-2400 m, known for its intricate, hairy lip and striking radial pattern typical of Telipogon. Grows epiphytically in cold cloud forests with permanent mist. Requires cool temperatures, deep shade, saturated humidity and excellent air circulation.
Stable BJURNY record: tx_afd6d3f4a3754a28bbff