Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exigua
ID:
560165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 80 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559497



Common Names

  • Stelis exigua
  • Exigua Stelis
  • Hairy Stelis


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Description

Stelis exigua (also called Small Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has short, slender stems and small, white flowers with long, thin petals. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and it is found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis exigua is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and diarrhea. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis exigua is yellow, with a red center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis exigua is a small epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Stelis exigua

Stelis exigua is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, often growing in humid forests and wet meadows.

Stelis exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis exigua?

Stelis exigua

What is the common name of Stelis exigua?

Slender Stelis

Where is Stelis exigua found?

Stelis exigua is found in Central and South America

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-266895: 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.