Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cotyligera
ID:
801081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 150 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800415



Common Names

  • Stelis Cotyligera
  • Cotyligera Stelis
  • Cotyligera Wild Coffee


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Description

Stelis cotyligera (also called the Cotyligerous Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower has a yellow-green color and a long, thin lip. It grows in humid, shady environments, often in the crooks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis cotyligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis cotyligera has small flowers with white petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis cotyligera can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized in spring and summer to encourage growth.

Where to Find Stelis cotyligera

Stelis cotyligera is native to Mexico and Central America.

Stelis cotyligera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis cotyligera?

Stelis cotyligera

What type of plant is Stelis cotyligera?

Orchid

Where is Stelis cotyligera native to?

Colombia

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-338866: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.