Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
559659

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558991

Common Names

  • Stelis cauliflora
  • Cauliflora Stelis
  • Cauliflora Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia cauliflora (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis cauliflora Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis exotica Luer [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe cauliflora (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis cauliflora (also called 'Stem-Flowering Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid species with a single, thin, wiry stem and several small, white flowers that grow directly from the stem. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis cauliflora is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Stelis cauliflora is white and tubular with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin and have a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis cauliflora can be propagated by seed or by division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil in partial to full shade. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Stelis cauliflora

Stelis cauliflora can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Stelis cauliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis cauliflora?

Stelis cauliflora

What is the common name of Stelis cauliflora?

Stem-flowering Stelis

What is the natural habitat of Stelis cauliflora?

Tropical forests of Central and South 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266848: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.