Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pachypus
ID:
316406

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 26: 447 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315738



Common Names

  • Pachypus Stelis
  • Stelis Pachypus
  • Pachypus


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis pachypus (F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.) Garay [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis quadrata C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe pachypus (F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis pachypus (also called Pachypus' 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 pachypus 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 pachypus 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 pachypus 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 pachypus

Stelis pachypus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stelis pachypus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis pachypus?

Stelis pachypus

What is the common name of Stelis pachypus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Stelis pachypus?

Found in wet montane forests of Costa Rica

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-196710: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Carl Lehmann (1850-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Lehm.' in the authors string.