Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ligulata
ID:
560629

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559961



Common Names

  • Stelis ligulata
  • Ligulate Stelis
  • Ligulate Bee Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia ligulata (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis atacasana Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis chlamydopus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis hopfiana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis ligulata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis nubigena Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Pleurothallis patula Schltr. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe ligulata (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis ligulata (also called Ligulate Stelis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is found in the tropical regions of South America, and grows in wet forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis ligulata 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

Stelis ligulata has small white flowers and the seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis ligulata is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, fertile soil.

Where to Find Stelis ligulata

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

Stelis ligulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis ligulata?

Stelis ligulata

What type of plant is Stelis ligulata?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Stelis ligulata?

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-266962: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.