Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atrocaerulea
ID:
837386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 19 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836721



Common Names

  • Stelis atrocaerulea
  • Dark-blue Stelis
  • Dark-blue Bee Orchid


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Description

Stelis atrocaerulea (also called 'Atrocaeruleous Stelis', among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with yellow flowers and atrocaeruleous leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis atrocaerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis atrocaerulea has white flowers with yellow anthers and a short, curved style. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis atrocaerulea can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a container.

Where to Find Stelis atrocaerulea

Stelis atrocaerulea is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Stelis atrocaerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis atrocaerulea?

Stelis atrocaerulea

What is the natural habitat of Stelis atrocaerulea?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flowering season of Stelis atrocaerulea?

Spring and summer

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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