Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
luteola
ID:
801116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 126 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800450



Common Names

  • Luteola Stelis
  • Luteola Orchid
  • Luteola Bee Orchid


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Description

Stelis luteola (also called Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its long, thin pseudobulbs. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis luteola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis luteola has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have opposite, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis luteola is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller sections, each with at least one growth point. The divisions should then be potted in a well-draining potting mix. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should then be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Stelis luteola

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

Stelis luteola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis luteola?

Stelis luteola

What is the common name of Stelis luteola?

Yellow Stelis

Where is Stelis luteola found?

Mexico, Central America, and South America

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-338898: 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.