Stelis argentata
🍃leaf (5)
🌸flower (4)
🌿habit (1)

Stelis argentata

Leach orchid · Silvery stelis

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
10
Observations
17

Description

Source: leafsnap

Stelis argentata, commonly known as the silvery stelis, is a species of orchid of the genus Stelis. It is found in Central America. It has stems of 15 mm (1⁄2 in) flowers.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

Leach orchid originates from habitats like forest understories and rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adapt to full sun or complete shade, showing its versatility and hardiness.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

L'orchidée Leach prospère dans des environnements chauds. Elle se développe au mieux à des températures assez élevées sans être excessivement chaudes et humides. La lumière du soleil contribue à réchauffer la plante et stimule la floraison. Cependant, une exposition prolongée au soleil direct durant l'été peut provoquer des brûlures, il est donc important de maîtriser la quantité de lumière qu'elle reçoit pendant cette saison. La plante tolère mal le froid, elle nécessite donc une protection adéquate et des températures plus élevées en hiver pour éviter le gel.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the Leach orchid's health and appearance. Fertilize the Leach orchid during summer, applying it monthly throughout the season. Nutrients fuel growth and sustain the plant's parts. Fertilization improves the Leach orchid's flower display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot

When repotting a Leach orchid, select a slightly larger pot with good drainage, preferably a clear orchid pot. Use a well-draining, orchid-specific mix that includes bark or moss. Gently clean the roots and trim any that are dead or rotting. Repot after flowering, typically in spring or fall, water thoroughly, and place in bright, indirect light. Avoid disturbing the roots once repotted.

✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Stelis
Family
Orchidaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
10 cm to 20 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 25 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Silver
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
All year round
Native Area
Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Guyana, Brazil, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama

Tags (5)

Common Names (2)

en Leach orchid
en Silvery stelis