Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lehmanniana
ID:
1329958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Karremans

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 203: 293 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342412

Common Names

  • Stelis lehmanniana
  • Lehmanniana Stelis
  • Stelis

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Description

Stelis lehmanniana (also called 'Lehmann's Stelis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis lehmanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis lehmanniana is a small, white, tubular flower with a short, curved beak. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis lehmanniana is a hardy, evergreen orchid that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division or seed sowing. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C).

Where to Find Stelis lehmanniana

Stelis lehmanniana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Stelis lehmanniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis lehmanniana?

Stelis lehmanniana

What type of plant is Stelis lehmanniana?

It is an orchid

Where is Stelis lehmanniana found?

It is found in 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,

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.