Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
salomonica
ID:
1320650

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Duque

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 27: 158 (2010 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333104

Common Names

  • Salomonica Stelis
  • Flowering Spider Orchid
  • Spider Orchid

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Description

Stelis salomonica (also called Solomon Islands Stelis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It is native to the Solomon Islands and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis salomonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis salomonica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis salomonica is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Stelis salomonica

Stelis salomonica is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stelis salomonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis salomonica?

Stelis salomonica

What type of plant is Stelis salomonica?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Stelis salomonica 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

Oscar Duque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Duque' in the authors string.