Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
weberbaueri
ID:
316643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 9: 70 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315975



Common Names

  • Stelis weberbaueri
  • Weberbaueri Stelis
  • Stelis Weberbauer


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Description

Stelis weberbaueri (also called Weberbauer's Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is found in humid forests, often growing on tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis weberbaueri 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 weberbaueri 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 weberbaueri is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of tree fern. It requires bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Stelis weberbaueri

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

Stelis weberbaueri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis weberbaueri?

Stelis weberbaueri

What is the common name of Stelis weberbaueri?

Unknown

Where is Stelis weberbaueri found?

Colombia

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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