Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
quadrifida
ID:
561417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Solano & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: xi (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560749

Common Names

  • Stelis quadrifida
  • Four-Fold Stelis
  • Four-Fold Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia incompta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia longissima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia quadrifida Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia racemiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Physosiphon nicaraguensis Liebm. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis ghiesbreghtiana A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis ghiesbreghtiana cleistogama L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis incompta Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis longissima Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis lyroglossa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis nicaraguensis (Liebm.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis niederleinii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis quadrifida Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis racemiflora Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis tricostata Cogn. [unknown]
  • Stelis racemiflora (Sw.) W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Anathallis racemiflora (Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Specklinia quadrifida (La Llave & Lex.) Luer [unknown]
  • Stelis nicaraguensis (Liebm.) Solano & Soto Arenas [unknown]
  • Stelis racemiflora (Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Loddigesia quadrifida (La Llave & Lex.) Luer [unknown]
  • Dendrobium quadrifidum Lex. [unknown]
  • Lalexia quadrifida (La Llave & Lex.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis quadrifida (also called 'Quadrifida Stelis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has multiple leaves and multiple flowers, which are white with a yellow lip. It is found in humid, shady areas, often growing on the bark of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis quadrifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis quadrifida is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis quadrifida 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 quadrifida

Stelis quadrifida is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Stelis quadrifida FAQ

What are the common names of Stelis quadrifida?

Common names of Stelis quadrifida include Four-petaled Stelis and Four-petaled Spiderwort.

What is the scientific classification of Stelis quadrifida?

Stelis quadrifida is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae.

What are the habitat requirements of Stelis quadrifida?

Stelis quadrifida is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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-267041: Based on the initial data import
Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Solano Gómez (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solano' in the authors string.