Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
316480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 364 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315812



Common Names

  • Pulchella Stelis
  • Pretty Stelis
  • Beautiful Stelis


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia naraniensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia pulchella Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia sphenochila Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis bogotensis Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Pleurothallis ecuadorensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lloensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis naraniensis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pteroglossa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pulchella (Kunth) Lindl. in Hook. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis sphenochila Lindl. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe pulchella (Kunth) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis pulchella (also called 'Beautiful Stelis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers with purple lips. It is found in humid montane forests, usually at elevations of 500-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis pulchella is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin conditions. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis pulchella is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a purple center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis pulchella is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It can be cultivated in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mix of bark, perlite, and peat moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Stelis pulchella

Stelis pulchella is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1800 to 3200 meters.

Stelis pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis pulchella?

Stelis pulchella

What is the common name of Stelis pulchella?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Stelis pulchella?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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,

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