Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
dialissa
ID:
316130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 3: 71 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315462



Common Names

  • Stelis dialissa
  • Dialissa Stelis
  • Dialissa Bee Orchid


Searching for Stelis dialissa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis pristis F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Dialissa pulchella Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Stelis dialissa (also called Dialissa Stelis, among many other common names) is a small orchid species found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests, usually at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has a short stem with 1-2 leaves and a single flower with a yellow-green color and a short, wide lip.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis dialissa is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has been used in traditional medicine for treating anxiety, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis dialissa is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Stelis dialissa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis dialissa is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers warm, humid climates and should be grown in a well-draining, organic potting mix. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stelis dialissa

Stelis dialissa can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Stelis dialissa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis dialissa?

Stelis dialissa

What is the family of Stelis dialissa?

Orchidaceae

Where is Stelis dialissa found?

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Venezuela

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