New orchid discovered in Colombia is critically endangered

In the forests of southern Colombia, scientists have discovered a new species of a reddish-violet orchid that is already on the verge of extinction. Researchers have named the new orchid species Telipogon diabolicus, referring to the orchid’s wine-red or maroon reproductive structure that resembles a devil’s head. The orchid’s most distinctive trait, the authors write … Continue reading New orchid discovered in Colombia is critically endangered