Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nonresupinata
ID:
560931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Solano & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 688 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560263



Common Names

  • Stelis nonresupinata
  • Nonresupinate Stelis
  • Nonresupinate-spiked Stelis


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Synonyms

  • Effusiella nonresupinata (Solano & Soto Arenas) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis nonresupinata (also called Non-resupinate Stelis, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a rosette of leaves, with a single stem and a few branches. The leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate in shape. The flowers are white, with five petals and non-resupinate petals. The plant is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis nonresupinata is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Stelis nonresupinata are small and white. Seed: The seeds of Stelis nonresupinata are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Stelis nonresupinata are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis nonresupinata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. The divided plants should be replanted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Stelis nonresupinata

Stelis nonresupinata can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Stelis nonresupinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis nonresupinata?

Stelis nonresupinata

What is the common name of Stelis nonresupinata?

Nonresupinata Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Stelis nonresupinata?

Tropical rainforests

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-266994: Based on the initial data import
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Solano Gómez (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solano' in the authors string.