Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
polycarpica
ID:
561263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 56 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560595



Common Names

  • Stelis Polycarpica
  • Polycarpic Stelis
  • Polycarpic Orchid


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Description

Stelis polycarpica (also called Polycarpic Stelis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India, Africa, and Madagascar. It has long, narrow leaves and white, pink, or purple flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as savannas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis polycarpica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis polycarpica has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black in color and are contained in a four-celled capsule. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis polycarpica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe shoots in summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Stelis polycarpica

Stelis polycarpica is found in Colombia.

Stelis polycarpica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis polycarpica?

Stelis polycarpica

What is the common name of Stelis polycarpica?

Polycarpic Stelis

What are the uses of Stelis polycarpica?

Stelis polycarpica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

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-267024: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.