Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aligera
ID:
559402

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & R.Vásquez) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 261 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558734

Common Names

  • Stelis aligera
  • Aligera Stelis
  • Aligera Stelises

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis aligera Luer & R.Vásquez [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe aligera (Luer & R.Vásquez) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis aligera (also called 'Winged Stelis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows on trees in humid, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis aligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Stelis aligera flower is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis aligera is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Stelis aligera

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

Stelis aligera FAQ

What are the common names of Stelis aligera?

Common names of Stelis aligera include winged bee orchid and winged bee orchid.

What is the distribution of Stelis aligera?

Stelis aligera is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa.

What is the habitat of Stelis aligera?

Stelis aligera grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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-266812: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.