Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ophioglossoides
ID:
316397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 1799(2): 239 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315729



Common Names

  • Ophioglossoides Stelis
  • Stelis Ophioglossoides
  • Ophioglossoides


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis ophioglossoides (Jacq.) Garay & H.R.Sweet [unknown]
  • Stelis cristalensis H.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Stelis toepfferiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Stelis trigoniflora Garay [unknown]
  • Dendrobium ophioglossoides (Jacq.) Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum ophioglossoides Jacq. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum trigoniflorum Sw. [unknown]

Description

Stelis ophioglossoides (also called Ophioglossoides' 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 ophioglossoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis ophioglossoides is small, white-greenish, tubular with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis ophioglossoides 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 ophioglossoides

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

Stelis ophioglossoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis ophioglossoides?

Stelis ophioglossoides

What is the common name of Stelis ophioglossoides?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Stelis ophioglossoides?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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