Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
720656

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.W.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Indig. Fl. Fauna Assoc. Misc. Pap. 1: 2 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719989



Common Names

  • Southern Caladenia
  • Pink Fingers
  • Pink Fingers Orchid


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Description

Caladenia australis (also called Southern Caladenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It typically grows in moist, grassy meadows, and has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia australis has white or pinkish flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia australis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Caladenia australis

Caladenia australis can be found in Australia.

Caladenia australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia australis?

Caladenia australis

What is the common name of Caladenia australis?

Southern Caladenia

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia australis?

Caladenia australis is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

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-28459: Based on the initial data import
Geoffrey William Carr (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.W.Carr' in the authors string.