Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
adrianae
ID:
559382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 36 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558714



Common Names

  • Stelis adrianae
  • Adrianae Stelis
  • Adrianae Stelises


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Description

Stelis adrianae (also called 'Adriana's Stelis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows on trees in humid, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis adrianae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis adrianae is small and yellow, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis adrianae is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Stelis adrianae

Stelis adrianae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.

Stelis adrianae FAQ

What are the common names of Stelis adrianae?

Common names of Stelis adrianae include Adriana's bee orchid and Adriana's bee orchid.

What is the distribution of Stelis adrianae?

Stelis adrianae is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa.

What is the habitat of Stelis adrianae?

Stelis adrianae grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Species in the Stelis genus

Stelis acostaei, Stelis acuifera, Stelis aemula, Stelis aeolica, Stelis affinis, Stelis alba, Stelis alfredii, Stelis allenii, Stelis amparoana, Stelis angustifolia, Stelis anolis, Stelis antennata, Stelis antioquiensis, Stelis aperta, Stelis aprica, Stelis aquinoana, Stelis argentata, Stelis ascendens, Stelis aspera, Stelis atra, Stelis atrorubens, Stelis atroviolacea, Stelis attenuata, Stelis aviceps, Stelis barbae, Stelis barbuda, Stelis bicallosa, Stelis bicornis, Stelis bigibba, Stelis binotii, Stelis biserrula, Stelis bogotensis, Stelis braccata, Stelis bracteata, Stelis bractescens, Stelis bradei, Stelis brenesii, Stelis brevilabris, Stelis brevis, Stelis brittoniana, Stelis butcheri, Stelis caespitosa, Stelis calceolaris, Stelis calothece, Stelis calotricha, Stelis campanulifera, Stelis campos-portoi, Stelis capillaris, Stelis carcharodonta, Stelis carnosiflora,

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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