Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
harlingii
ID:
560540

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559872



Common Names

  • Stelis harlingii
  • Harling's Stelis
  • Harling's Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Physothallis harlingii Garay [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis neoharlingii Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis neoharlingii (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Stelis harlingii (also called Harling's Stelis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stegolepis harlingii is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin ailments and its flowers being used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Stelis harlingii is white, tubular with five petals, seed is small and round, and seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis harlingii is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a small plant, growing to a maximum height of about 10 cm. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade and regular watering. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept warm and humid until germination.

Where to Find Stelis harlingii

Stelis harlingii is native to tropical Central and South America.

Stelis harlingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis harlingii?

Stelis harlingii

What is the natural habitat of Stelis harlingii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Stelis harlingii?

White or yellow

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-266936: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' 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.