Plant profile
Stelis pilostoma
Stelis pilostoma (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase
Stelis pilostoma is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its unique visual characteristics. It requires specialized care to thrive.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Epiphyte: aerial roots and little dependence on the soil.
- Climate
- Humid tropics: not tolerant of prolonged very dry air.
- Origin / area
- It is considered native to: Costa Rica.
Recommended products for Stelis pilostoma
Basic care
- Watering
- Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry.
- Light
- Too much shade slows it; too much sun stresses it.
- Temperature
- If it gets very hot, ventilate and watch watering.
- Humidity
- Adapts to typical flat humidity.
Pet toxicity
See a vet if you suspect your pet has eaten any part.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15460747) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (5309601) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (1087032-2) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000560552) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).