Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nitens
ID:
316376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 2: 22 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315708



Common Names

  • Nitens Stelis
  • Stelis nitens
  • Nitens Bee Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Stelis caespitifica Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Stelis nitens (also called Shining Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m. It grows on trees and rocks in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis nitens is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a groundcover. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis nitens is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis nitens can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Stelis nitens

Stelis nitens is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Stelis nitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis nitens?

Stelis nitens

What is the family of Stelis nitens?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis nitens?

Nitens Stelis

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,

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