Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
moritzii
ID:
560847

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 264 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560179

Common Names

  • Moritz's Stelis
  • Moritz's Star Orchid
  • Moritz's Star

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia moritzii (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis moritzii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Crocodeilanthe moritzii (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis moritzii (also called Moritz's Stelis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Ecuador and is found in humid montane forests. It has ovate leaves and white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis moritzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis moritzii is a white or pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis moritzii is best propagated by seed. Sow the seed in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seed should germinate within two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into individual containers. Stelis moritzii prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Where to Find Stelis moritzii

Stelis moritzii is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Stelis moritzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis moritzii?

Stelis moritzii

What is the family of Stelis moritzii?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis moritzii?

Moritz's Stelis

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-266986: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' 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.