Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gelida
ID:
560410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 263 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559742



Common Names

  • Gelida Stelis
  • Gelida Spider Orchid
  • Gelida Stelis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia gelida (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia polyliria Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia univaginata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis chiquindensis F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis chiriquensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis gelida Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis hebesepala Cogn. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pidax Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis polyliria Endrés & Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis puberula Rolfe [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis tenuispica Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis univaginata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Anathallis pidax (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Specklinia gelida (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]
  • Specklinia pidax (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Niphantha pidax (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Niphantha gelida (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]
  • Anathallis hebesepala Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe gelida (Lindl.) Carnevali & I.Ramírez [unknown]

Description

Stelis gelida (also called Cold Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem. It is native to Colombia and grows in humid montane forests at elevations between 1200 and 1800 meters. It has small, yellow-green flowers and long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis gelida is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Stelis gelida is small and white, with a yellow labellum. Seed is small and round, and seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis gelida is an epiphytic orchid that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Stelis gelida

Stelis gelida is native to the Caribbean islands and Central America. It is found in humid, shady areas, often growing on tree trunks or rocks.

Stelis gelida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis gelida?

Stelis gelida

What is the common name of Stelis gelida?

Gelida

What is the natural habitat of Stelis gelida?

Tropical rainforest of 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-266919: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.