Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
retroversa
ID:
316501

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Duque

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20(3): 365. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315833



Common Names

  • Retroversa Stelis
  • Reverse Stelis
  • Backward Stelis


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Description

Stelis retroversa (also called the Reversed Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a short rhizome, thin roots and small, oblong-elliptic leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in humid forests and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis retroversa 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

Stelis retroversa has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green labellum. The seeds are small, black and crescent-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis retroversa 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 retroversa

Stelis retroversa 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 retroversa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis retroversa?

Stelis retroversa

What is the common name of Stelis retroversa?

Stelis retroversa

What is the natural habitat of Stelis retroversa?

Stelis retroversa is found in humid forests of Mexico, Central America, 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-196797: Based on the initial data import
Oscar Duque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Duque' in the authors string.