Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
foetida
ID:
316181

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Duque

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20(3): 342. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315513



Common Names

  • Foul-smelling Stelis
  • Foul Stelis
  • Foul-scented Stelis


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Description

Stelis foetida (also called the Fetid Stelis, among many other common names) is a small orchid that has a single, thin, erect stem with a few basal leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis foetida has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis foetida has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis foetida is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Stelis foetida

Stelis foetida can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stelis foetida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis foetida?

Stelis foetida

What type of plant is Stelis foetida?

Orchid

Where is Stelis foetida found?

Central 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-196506: Based on the initial data import
Oscar Duque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Duque' in the authors string.