Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
calyciformis
ID:
336599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Rogers) Hopper & A.P.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austr. Syst. Bot. 17: 185 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335931



Common Names

  • Caladenia calyciformis
  • Calyciform Caladenia
  • Fairy Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Petalochilus calyciformis R.S.Rogers [unknown]

Description

Caladenia calyciformis (also called Caladenia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Australia. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia calyciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia calyciformis is white, with 6 petals, and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia calyciformis is an evergreen orchid that can be cultivated in a pot or basket. It requires a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Caladenia calyciformis

Caladenia calyciformis can be found in temperate forests in Australia.

Caladenia calyciformis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Caladenia calyciformis?

Caladenia calyciformis prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light level for Caladenia calyciformis?

Caladenia calyciformis prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity level for Caladenia calyciformis?

Caladenia calyciformis prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

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-216307: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Andrew Phillip Brown (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Br.' in the authors string.