Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
villosilabia
ID:
915240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 115: 197 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914575



Common Names

  • Villosilabia Stelis
  • Villosilabia Orchid
  • Villosilabia Spider Orchid


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Description

Stelis villosilabia (also called Hairy-Lipped Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, large, ovate-lanceolate leaf. It produces small, fragrant, white flowers with a yellow lip. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on tree branches.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis villosilabia has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis villosilabia is small and white, with a yellow labellum. The seed is round and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Stelis villosilabia

Stelis villosilabia is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stelis villosilabia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis villosilabia?

Stelis villosilabia

What is the natural habitat of Stelis villosilabia?

Stelis villosilabia is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

What is the flowering season of Stelis villosilabia?

Stelis villosilabia flowers in the spring and summer.

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-459564: Based on the initial data import
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.