Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
emarginata
ID:
560088

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Soto Arenas & Solano

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 681 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559420



Common Names

  • Stelis emarginata
  • Emarginata Stelis
  • Stelis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia emarginata Pav. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Physosiphon carinatus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Physosiphon guatemalensis Rolfe [unknown]
  • Physosiphon lindleyi Rolfe [unknown]
  • Physosiphon loddigesii Lindl. [deprecated]
  • Physosiphon ochraceus A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Physosiphon tubatus (Lodd.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis emarginata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis tubata Lodd. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Stelis tubata G.Lodd. [unknown]
  • Specklinia tubata (Lodd.) Luer [unknown]
  • Epidendrum emarginatum Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Physosiphon tubatus Lodd. [unknown]
  • Humboltia emarginata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Physosiphon loddigesii Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Stelis tacanensis Solano & Soto Arenas [unknown]

Description

Stelis emarginata (also called Emarginate Stelis, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has thin, wiry stems with small, oval leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates, and is found in the canopy of rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis emarginata has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis emarginata has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis emarginata can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and separate it into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Replant the sections in separate pots and keep them moist until they become established. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist until they germinate. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough.

Where to Find Stelis emarginata

Stelis emarginata is found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Stelis emarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis emarginata?

Stelis emarginata

What is the common name of Stelis emarginata?

Notched Stelis

What type of flower does Stelis emarginata produce?

Small white flowers

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-266888: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Solano Gómez (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solano' in the authors string.