Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atroclavia
ID:
720333

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 552 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719666



Common Names

  • Caladenia atroclavia
  • Dark Caladenia
  • Dark Flower


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis atroclavia (D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia atroclavia (also called Black-lipped Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an terrestrial plant native to Australia. It has slender, thread-like leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia atroclavia is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia atroclavia is yellow in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia atroclavia can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Caladenia atroclavia

Caladenia atroclavia is native to Australia and is found in moist, shady areas and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Caladenia atroclavia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia atroclavia?

Caladenia atroclavia

What type of plant is Caladenia atroclavia?

Caladenia atroclavia is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Caladenia atroclavia found?

Caladenia atroclavia is found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-28455: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.