Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
560258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 15 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559590



Common Names

  • Stelis flava
  • Yellow Stelis
  • Yellow-flowered Stelis


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Description

Stelis flava (also called Yellow Stelis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, upright stem that grows to a height of around 10 cm. The leaves are narrow and lance-shaped, growing to a length of around 4 cm. The flowers are small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis flava has yellow flowers that are small and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis flava is a fast-growing, perennial vine that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Stelis flava prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Stelis flava

Stelis flava is found in the tropical Andes mountains of Colombia.

Stelis flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis flava?

Stelis flava

What is the family of Stelis flava?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis flava?

Yellow Stelis

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-266904: 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.