Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
clusaris
ID:
801076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 148 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800410

Common Names

  • Stelis Clusaris
  • Clusaris Stelis
  • Clusaris Wild Coffee

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Description

Stelis clusaris (also called the Clusaris Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower has a yellow-green color and a long, thin lip. It grows in humid, shady environments, often in the crooks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis clusaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis clusaris is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black in colour. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis clusaris is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller sections, each with at least one growth point. The divisions should then be potted in a well-draining potting mix. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should then be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Stelis clusaris

Stelis clusaris is native to Central America, from Mexico to Costa Rica.

Stelis clusaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis clusaris?

Stelis clusaris

What is the natural habitat of Stelis clusaris?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flowering season of Stelis clusaris?

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-338861: 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.