Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
serrulata
ID:
561680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 266 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561012



Common Names

  • Serrulata Stelis
  • Serrated Stelis
  • Serrated Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Physosiphon serrulatus Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis serrulata (Barb.Rodr.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis serrulata (also called Serrate stelis, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis serrulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis serrulata is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis serrulata 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 serrulata

Stelis serrulata can be found in Spain.

Stelis serrulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis serrulata?

Stelis serrulata

What is the family of Stelis serrulata?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis serrulata?

Serrated Stelis

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-267067: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
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.