Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exacta
ID:
801090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 153 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800424



Common Names

  • Exacta Stelis
  • Exacta Orchid
  • Exacta Bee Orchid


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Description

Stelis exacta (also called Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, thin pseudobulbs. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis exacta has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis exacta 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 exacta

Stelis exacta is native to Mexico and Central America.

Stelis exacta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis exacta?

Stelis exacta

What type of plant is Stelis exacta?

Orchid

Where is Stelis exacta 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-338874: 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.