Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
reptans
ID:
561468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 100 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560800



Common Names

  • Stelis reptans
  • Creeping Stelis
  • Creeping Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis scansor Luer [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe scansor (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis scansor (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [illegitimate]

Description

Stelis reptans (also called Stelis reptans, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows and open woods. It has small, white flowers with four petals and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis reptans is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis reptans has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis reptans is a small, terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and a semi-shaded position. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Stelis reptans

Stelis reptans is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Stelis reptans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis reptans?

Stelis reptans

What type of plant is Stelis reptans?

Orchid

Where is Stelis reptans found?

Central and South America

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-267046: Based on the initial data import
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.