Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oestlundiana
ID:
560964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 265 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560296

Common Names

  • Stelis Oestlundiana
  • Oestlund's Stelis
  • Oestlund Stelis

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis oestlundiana L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis sanguinolenta Garay & W.Kittr. [unknown]
  • Effusiella oestlundiana (L.O.Williams) Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis sanguinolenta (Garay & W.Kittr.) Solano [unknown]

Description

Stelis oestlundiana (also called Oestlund's Stelis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It has white flowers and grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis oestlundiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis oestlundiana has white or pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis oestlundiana is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is best grown in a well-draining, medium-fertile potting mix, in bright but indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs and by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm.

Where to Find Stelis oestlundiana

Stelis oestlundiana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Stelis oestlundiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis oestlundiana?

Stelis oestlundiana

What is the common name of Stelis oestlundiana?

Oestlund's Stelis

What type of plant is Stelis oestlundiana?

It is an orchid.

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-266997: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' 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.