Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
drewii
ID:
837418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Endara

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 29 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836753



Common Names

  • Stelis drewii
  • Drewii Stelis
  • Stelis Drewii


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Description

Stelis drewii (also called Drew's stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has a rhizome root system and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of yellow and orange. It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis drewii 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 drewii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis drewii is a terrestrial orchid that prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter and a slightly acidic pH. It should be grown in a sunny location with some shade during the hottest part of the day. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Stelis drewii

Stelis drewii can be found in the tropical forests of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stelis drewii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis drewii?

Stelis drewii

What is the natural habitat of Stelis drewii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flowering season of Stelis drewii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374058: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Lorena Endara (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endara' in the authors string.