Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
argentata
ID:
315978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.): 64 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315310

Common Names

  • Stelis argentata
  • Argentata Stelis
  • Argentata-like Stelis

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Synonyms

  • Stelis acicularis Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis bernoullii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stelis endresii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Stelis glandulosa Ames [unknown]
  • Stelis heylidyana H.Focke [unknown]
  • Stelis huebneri Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stelis littoralis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Stelis parvibracteata Ames [unknown]
  • Stelis praesecta Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stelis violascens Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stelis yauaperyensis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Stelis argentata (also called Silver Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with small, fragrant flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in humid, montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis argentata is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis argentata is a small, yellow flower with white markings. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis argentata is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It prefers a well-draining, acidic soil and can be grown in partial shade or full sun. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and should be kept moist, but not wet.

Where to Find Stelis argentata

Stelis argentata is native to Central America, including Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.

Stelis argentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis argentata?

Stelis argentata

What is the common name of Stelis argentata?

Silver Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis argentata?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-196319: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.