Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
malvina
ID:
1316775

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer, Thoerle & F.Werner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 352 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329229



Common Names

  • Stelis Malvina
  • Malvina Stelis
  • Malvina False Stelis


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Description

Stelis malvina (also called Malvina's Stelis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 1500-2500m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis malvina is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis malvina has small, white flowers that are held in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have two cotyledons and the first true leaves are trifoliate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis malvina is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed.

Where to Find Stelis malvina

Stelis malvina is native to Colombia.

Stelis malvina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis malvina?

Stelis malvina

What is the common name of Stelis malvina?

Malvina Stelis

Where is Stelis malvina found?

Central 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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Florian Werner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Werner' in the authors string.
Lisa Terri Thoerle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoerle' in the authors string.