Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
somnolenta
ID:
1328428

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 18: 195 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340882



Common Names

  • Stelis Somnolenta
  • Somnolenta's Stelis
  • Somnolenta's Bee Orchid


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Description

Stelis somnolenta (also called 'Somnolent Stelis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has a woody base, and its leaves are linear to narrowly lanceolate, and are covered in soft hairs. It grows in grassland, scrubland, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis somnolenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover for shady areas. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis somnolenta has small, white flowers and black seeds. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis somnolenta is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Stelis somnolenta

Stelis somnolenta is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Stelis somnolenta FAQ

What are the light requirements of Stelis somnolenta?

Stelis somnolenta prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil should Stelis somnolenta be planted in?

Stelis somnolenta should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.

How often should Stelis somnolenta be watered?

Stelis somnolenta should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

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.