Stelis aphidifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphidifera
ID:
837573
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Dalström
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 18 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836908
Common Names
- Stelis aphidifera
- Aphidifera Stelis
- Stelis Aphidifera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stelis aphidifera (also called Stelis aphidifera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stelis aphidifera is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks to add color and beauty. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stelis aphidifera is a white color with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stelis aphidifera is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.
Where to Find Stelis aphidifera
Stelis aphidifera can be found in the tropical forests of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Stelis aphidifera FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stelis aphidifera?
Stelis aphidifera is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Stelis aphidifera?
The flowers of Stelis aphidifera are usually white or yellow.
What is the size of Stelis aphidifera?
Stelis aphidifera is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 15 cm.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374215: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.