Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
stellata
ID:
297244

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Soto Arenas & Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 151 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296576



Common Names

  • Rhynchostele stellata
  • Stellate Star
  • Stellata Star


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Synonyms

  • Lemboglossum stellatum (Lindl.) Halb. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum erosum A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum stellatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium erosum Beer [unknown]
  • Amparoa stellata (Lindl.) Archila [unknown]
  • Cymbiglossum stellatum (Lindl.) Halb. [unknown]

Description

Rhynchostele stellata (also called Stellata, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has an erect, unbranched stem with a single, terminal inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchostele stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchostele stellata has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostele stellata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a new pot.

Where to Find Rhynchostele stellata

Rhynchostele stellata can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchostele stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchostele stellata?

Rhynchostele stellata

What is the common name of Rhynchostele stellata?

Star palm

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostele stellata?

Tropical rainforests

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-178374: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.