Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
piraquarensis
ID:
561231

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560563



Common Names

  • Piraquarensis Stelis
  • Stelis piraquarensis
  • Piraquarensis


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Description

Stelis piraquarensis (also called Piraquara Stelis, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with four-angled stems. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrub forests, and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis piraquarensis has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis piraquarensis 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 piraquarensis

Stelis piraquarensis is found in Brazil.

Stelis piraquarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis piraquarensis?

Stelis piraquarensis

What is the common name of Stelis piraquarensis?

Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis piraquarensis?

Tropical rainforest

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-267021: Based on the initial data import
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' 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.