Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
veracrucensis
ID:
316626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Solano

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) 13(1-2): 102. 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315958



Common Names

  • Stelis veracrucensis
  • Veracrucensis Stelis
  • Stelis Veracrucen


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Description

Stelis veracrucensis (also called 'Veracruz Stelis' and 'Veracrucensis Stelis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a slender stem, reaching a height of about 10 cm. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It grows on trees, rocks and other surfaces.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis veracrucensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis veracrucensis is small, white and tubular. The seed is tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis veracrucensis is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab. It requires a bright, humid environment with temperatures between 60-85°F (15-30°C). The plant should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Stelis veracrucensis

Stelis veracrucensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stelis veracrucensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis veracrucensis?

Stelis veracrucensis

What is the family of Stelis veracrucensis?

Orchidaceae

What is the distribution of Stelis veracrucensis?

Mexico

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,

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