Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
316252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 46 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315584



Common Names

  • Intermedia Stelis
  • Intermedium Stelis
  • Intermed Stelis


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Synonyms

  • Stelis drosophila Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Stelis petropolitana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Stelis petropolitana latifolia Hoehne [unknown]

Description

Stelis intermedia (also called Intermedia Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species found in Central and South America. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single flower. The flowers are white with purple stripes and have a long, thin lip. It is found in humid forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis intermedia has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis intermedia 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 intermedia

Stelis intermedia can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stelis intermedia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis intermedia?

Stelis intermedia

What is the common name of Stelis intermedia?

Intermediate Stelis

What is the habitat of Stelis intermedia?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-196571: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.