Overview

Stelis pilosa is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Stelis, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Stelis pilosa grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.

About

Stelis pilosa is a clump-forming orchid cultivar with evergreen foliage, belonging to the genus Stelis in the Orchidaceae family. It thrives in partial shade, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is primarily grown for ornamental purposes. Stelis pilosa is best propagated by division and is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons.

About the genus

Stelis, or leach orchids, are a large genus of orchids, with 1339 accepted species. The generic name Stelis is the Greek word for 'mistletoe', referring to the epiphytic habit of these species. These mainly epiphytic plants are widely distributed throughout much of South America, Central America, Mexico, the West Indies and Florida.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Stelis

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Stelis pilosa size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Ornamental

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Stelis pilosa

Propagation

Division

Pest resistance

Susceptible to mealybugs

Disease resistance

Susceptible to root rot

Frequently asked questions