Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rufobrunnea
ID:
316518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 7: 188 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315850



Common Names

  • Rufobrunnea Stelis
  • Reddish-brown Stelis
  • Rufous-brown Stelis


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia rufobrunnea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Apatostelis rufobrunnea (Lindl.) Garay [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis rufobrunnea Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Stelis rufobrunnea (also called the Reddish-brown 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 rufobrunnea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis rufobrunnea has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green labellum. The seeds are small, black and octagonal. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis rufobrunnea is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Stelis rufobrunnea

Stelis rufobrunnea 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 rufobrunnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis rufobrunnea?

Stelis rufobrunnea

What is the common name of Stelis rufobrunnea?

Stelis rufobrunnea

What is the natural habitat of Stelis rufobrunnea?

Stelis rufobrunnea 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-196812: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.