Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ornata
ID:
560985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 265 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560317



Common Names

  • Stelis Ornata
  • Ornata Stelis
  • Stelis Ornata Plant


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis ornata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Specklinia ornata (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Effusiella ornata (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis ornata (also called Ornate Stelis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis ornata is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis ornata has small white flowers with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis ornata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Stelis ornata

Stelis ornata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Stelis ornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis ornata?

Stelis ornata

What is the common name of Stelis ornata?

African Bush Violet

What type of plant is Stelis ornata?

Herb

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-266999: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.