Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
316379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 8: 15 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315711



Common Names

  • Nutans Stelis
  • Stelis nutans
  • Nutans Bee Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Stelis manabina Dodson & Garay [unknown]

Description

Stelis nutans (also called Nutans' Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, erect stem and a few leaves. It is native to Mexico, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis nutans 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 nutans 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 nutans 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 nutans

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

Stelis nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis nutans?

Stelis nutans

What is the family of Stelis nutans?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis nutans?

Nutans 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-196687: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.