Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lehmannii
ID:
560619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 99 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559951



Common Names

  • Stellis lehmannii
  • Lehmann's Stelis
  • Lehmann's Stelis


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis petiolaris Luer [unknown]
  • Specklinia petiolaris (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis petiolaris (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [illegitimate]
  • Effusiella petiolaris (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis lehmannii (also called Lehmann's Stelis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests and montane grasslands, usually at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis lehmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Stelis lehmannii 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 lehmannii is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or spring. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Stelis lehmannii

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

Stelis lehmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis lehmannii?

Stelis lehmannii

What type of plant is Stelis lehmannii?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Stelis lehmannii?

Tropical and subtropical 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-266961: Based on the initial data import
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.