Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pilifera
ID:
561186

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560518



Common Names

  • Pilifera Stelis
  • Fern Orchid
  • Moss Orchid


Searching for Stelis pilifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Humboltia pilifera (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pilifera Lindl. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe pilifera (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis pilifera (also called Hair-stemmed Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis pilifera is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis pilifera has white to pinkish flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. Seedlings have lanceolate leaves and a single stem.

Searching for Stelis pilifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis pilifera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Stelis pilifera

Stelis pilifera is found in the Neotropics, from Mexico to Peru.

Stelis pilifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis pilifera?

Stelis pilifera

What is the common name of Stelis pilifera?

Hairy Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis pilifera?

Tropical and subtropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267017: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.