Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nostalgia
ID:
1318736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 23(2): 158, fig. 29. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331190



Common Names

  • Stelis nostalgia
  • Nostalgia Stelis
  • Nostalgia Bee Orchid


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Description

Stelis nostalgia (also called Nostalgic Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter long and white flowers that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It grows in humid and shady forests, as well as in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis nostalgia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis nostalgia has small, yellow flowers, which are borne in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis nostalgia is an epiphytic orchid that should be grown in a pot or basket with a well-draining potting mix. It requires bright, indirect light and should be kept slightly moist. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix that is slightly moist and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Stelis nostalgia

Stelis nostalgia is native to India.

Stelis nostalgia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis nostalgia?

Stelis nostalgia

What is the common name of Stelis nostalgia?

Nostalgia Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis nostalgia?

It is found in humid, montane forests in 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.