Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
560587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Hirtz) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 264 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559919



Common Names

  • Stelis laevis
  • Smooth-leaved Stelis
  • Smooth-leaved Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis laevis Luer & Hirtz [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe laevis (Luer & Hirtz) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis laevis (also called Smooth 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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Stelis laevis 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 laevis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a more difficult and time-consuming process.

Where to Find Stelis laevis

Stelis laevis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Stelis laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis laevis?

Stelis laevis

What is the common name of Stelis laevis?

Smooth Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis laevis?

It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open forests and grasslands.

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-266957: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' 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.