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Stelis species

There are so many species of Stelis and because many of them look alike they can be very difficult to identify. This species is small, less than an inch tall (2cm) with 1/4 inch flowers (6mm), and three to four flowers on a spike. I am hoping that in spite of the difficulties, someone recognizes it and can identify it for me. It came from Marni Turkel and I believe is from Ecuador.
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Nora Caracci said:

lovely little beauties well enhanced by the dark background, superb macro shot !
8 years ago

Fizgig said:

Gorgeous little orchid!!! Those fuzzy petal edges are enchanting =) Excellent shot, too!

I think this is Stelis hirtella.... It could also be Stelis argentata.
8 years ago

Fizgig replied to Fizgig:


Please post your superb photo in the Admin. Choice Photos thread at Amazing Details.
8 years ago

RHH replied to Fizgig:

Probably S. hirtella. S. argentata is quite a bit. larger and doesn't have the purple center.
8 years ago