Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.L.Jones) G.N.Backh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 124: 124 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808038
Common Names
- Caladenia Ampla
- Ampla Caladenia
- Caladenia Large
Description
Caladenia ampla (also called Large Caladenia, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It has a single, white flower with a yellow center. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia ampla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caladenia ampla has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caladenia ampla is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Caladenia ampla
Caladenia ampla is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Caladenia ampla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia ampla?
Caladenia ampla
What is the common name of Caladenia ampla?
Ample Caladenia
What is the natural habitat of Caladenia ampla?
Tropical rainforests of Australia
Species in the Caladenia genus
Caladenia calyciformis,
Caladenia abbreviata,
Caladenia aestantha,
Caladenia applanata,
Caladenia arenicola,
Caladenia arrecta,
Caladenia attingens,
Caladenia barbarella,
Caladenia brevisura,
Caladenia brownii,
Caladenia busselliana,
Caladenia cala,
Caladenia chapmanii,
Caladenia christineae,
Caladenia citrina,
Caladenia coactescens,
Caladenia cruscula,
Caladenia decora,
Caladenia dimidia,
Caladenia drakeoides,
Caladenia dundasiae,
Caladenia elegans,
Caladenia eludens,
Caladenia enigma,
Caladenia erminea,
Caladenia erythrochila,
Caladenia evanescens,
Caladenia excelsa,
Caladenia exilis,
Caladenia exoleta,
Caladenia exserta,
Caladenia exstans,
Caladenia footeana,
Caladenia fuscolutescens,
Caladenia gardneri,
Caladenia georgei,
Caladenia graniticola,
Caladenia granitora,
Caladenia harringtoniae,
Caladenia heberleana,
Caladenia hiemalis,
Caladenia hoffmanii,
Caladenia horistes,
Caladenia hypata,
Caladenia idiastes,
Caladenia incensa,
Caladenia incrassata,
Caladenia interjacens,
Caladenia lodgeana,
Caladenia longifimbriata,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,
References
Gary N. Backhouse: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.N.Backh.' in the authors string.