Overview
Telipogon is a plant with a epiphytic habit in the genus Telipogon, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Telipogon grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specialist orchid collections.
About
Telipogon is an epiphytic orchid genus known for its evergreen foliage. This cultivar thrives in full shade with a north-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept consistently moist. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best suited to specialist orchid collections. Interest in this plant is primarily during the spring and summer seasons, and propagation can be achieved through division or seed.
About the genus
Telipogon is a genus of flowering plants from the orchid family, Orchidaceae. It is a large genus with dozens of species, native to South America, Central America, Hispaniola and southern Mexico.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Telipogon
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- High
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Telipogon size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Epiphytic
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specialist orchid collections
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Telipogon
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to fungal rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Telipogon?
Telipogon prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Telipogon need?
Telipogon grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays high.
Is Telipogon hardy in the UK?
Telipogon has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Telipogon?
Division, seed.