Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oblonga
ID:
316384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 139 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315716



Common Names

  • Oblonga Stelis
  • Stelis oblonga
  • Oblonga Bee Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia oblonga Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Stelis apiculata Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Stelis fissa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Stelis floribunda Kunth [unknown]
  • Stelis insignis Ames [unknown]
  • Stelis dodsonii Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis oblonga (also called Oblong's 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 oblonga 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 oblonga 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 oblonga 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 oblonga

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

Stelis oblonga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis oblonga?

Stelis oblonga

What is the family of Stelis oblonga?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis oblonga?

Oblonga 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-196691: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.