Stelis identification

[NeofinetiaCanada2014]

I got this miniature plant earlier this year for my cool tank and it bloomed with two 20 cm spikes. Very cute ... But the tag is labelled as Stelis species... Anyone have a clue as to its identity? Thanks!

The plant has about 15 leaves measuring about 7-10 cm, typical masdevilla shaped green leaves, growing in intermediate to cool temperatures. Low light and RO water, with occasional fish emulsion every 2-3rd watering.












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[WhiteRabbit]

Wonderful!
I can't help with I.D., sorry.

[AnonYMouse]

I bet ronaldhanko (Orchids in Bloom), maybe cyann has this. Search through their threads. They are probably the most prolific Pleurothallid growers on the board.

[NeofinetiaCanada2014]

Thanks Anon! I hope Cyann and Ronald sees this topic to help ... J&L had a hard time identifying it too...


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[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

Stelis are incredibly difficult to nail down I.D. for, many are very similar looking to each other.

My guess is Stelis argentata. I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't Stelis argentata though.

Ideally, you'd have to contact an orchid taxonomist who is good with Stelis identification.

Good luck.

[NeofinetiaCanada2014]

Thanks Philip for your help! I'll keep trying!

Leslie


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[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

If you want to contact Ron, try sending him a pm.

[RosieC]

Really cool. Sorry can't help with ID though.

[Polarizeme]

I have a similar Stelis blooming now, same color as well. It's also listed as "species"
I thought it might be Stelis argentata too.

Are those Porroglossom spikes in the background?

[NeofinetiaCanada2014]

Yes that's the porroglossum mucosum and L. Calodityons in background.


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