Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gunningiana
ID:
1411481

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.)

Source:
wcvp

Year:

Citation Micro:
ined.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423946



Common Names

  • Stelis gunningiana
  • Gunning's Stelis
  • Gunningiana Stelis


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Description

Stelis gunningiana (also called the Gunning Stelis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a single stem and is usually between 15-50 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single inflorescence. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis gunningiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis gunningiana is a small, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis gunningiana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have taken root. Once the divisions have taken root, they should be kept in a warm, sunny location. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Stelis gunningiana

Stelis gunningiana is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Stelis gunningiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis gunningiana?

Stelis gunningiana

What is the common name of Stelis gunningiana?

Gunning's Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis gunningiana?

Stelis gunningiana is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa

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

João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.