Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rimulata
ID:
801154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 170 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800488



Common Names

  • Stelis rimulata
  • Rimulata Stelis
  • Rimulat Stelis


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Description

Stelis rimulata (also called 'Rimulate Stelis' and 'Rimulate Stelis', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests, on trees and in other moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis rimulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis rimulata has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis rimulata is a small, evergreen perennial that grows up to 30cm tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that are produced in clusters. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Stelis rimulata

Stelis rimulata is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Stelis rimulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis rimulata?

Stelis rimulata

What is the common name of Stelis rimulata?

Unknown

Where is Stelis rimulata found?

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-338931: 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.