Stelis lepidella - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lepidella
ID:
837433
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Hirtz
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 33 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836768
Common Names
- Stelis lepidella
- Lepid Stelis
- Fairy Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stelis lepidella (also called lepidella stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has a rhizome root system and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of yellow and orange. It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Stelis lepidella is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stelis lepidella is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stelis lepidella is a terrestrial orchid that prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter and a slightly acidic pH. It should be grown in a sunny location with some shade during the hottest part of the day. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Stelis lepidella
Stelis lepidella can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Stelis lepidella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stelis lepidella?
Stelis lepidella
What type of plant is Stelis lepidella?
Stelis lepidella is a species of orchid.
Where is Stelis lepidella found?
Stelis lepidella is found in Brazil.
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-374071: 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.