Status:
valid
Authors:
M.R.Miranda, S.G.Furtado & Menini
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 230: 275 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319259
Common Names
- Stelis concava
- Boca-de-lobo
- Boca-de-sapo
Description
Stelis concava (also called 'Concave Stelis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It has small, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stelis concava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stelis concava has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stelis concava is a small, epiphytic orchid native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Stelis concava
Stelis concava is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in montane forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.
Stelis concava FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stelis concava?
Stelis concava is found in the humid montane forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
What type of plant is Stelis concava?
Stelis concava is an epiphytic orchid.
What is the flower size of Stelis concava?
Stelis concava has small flowers, measuring about 1 cm in diameter.
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
Luiz Menini Neto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Menini' in the authors string.