Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
scutella
ID:
316542

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Duque

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20(3): 370. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315874

Common Names

  • Stelis scutella
  • Scutella Stelis
  • Shield-shaped Stelis

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Description

Stelis scutella (also called Schoenorchis scutella, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, cylindrical pseudobulbs, each bearing a single, thin, leathery leaf. It produces small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis scutella is an ornamental plant used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stelis scutella is a small, white or yellowish-green flower with a long, slender tube and a short, broad lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis scutella is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil lightly moist. Reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Stelis scutella

Stelis scutella is native to Mexico and Central America.

Stelis scutella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelis scutella?

Stelis scutella

What is the family of Stelis scutella?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Stelis scutella?

None

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-196834: Based on the initial data import
Oscar Duque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Duque' in the authors string.