Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
veraguasensis
ID:
561982

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 22: 126 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561314



Common Names

  • Stelis Veraguasensis
  • Veraguasensis Stelis
  • Veraguasensis


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Description

Stelis veraguasensis (also called Veraguasensis Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a short stem. The flowers are white and have a yellowish-green center. It grows in wet forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis veraguasensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis veraguasensis is small, white and fragrant. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis veraguasensis is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, medium-grade orchid mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, medium-grade orchid mix.

Where to Find Stelis veraguasensis

Stelis veraguasensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Stelis veraguasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis veraguasensis?

Stelis veraguasensis

What are the common names of Stelis veraguasensis?

Veraguas Stelis

What is the origin of Stelis veraguasensis?

Central 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,

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