Caladenia cardiochila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cardiochila
ID:
722034
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tate
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Rep. Roy. Soc. South Australia 9: 60 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721367
Common Names
- Caladenia cardiochila
- Heart-lipped Caladenia
- Heart-lipped Spider-orchid
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- Arachnorchis cardiochila (Tate) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
- Phlebochilus cardiochilus (Tate) Szlach. [unknown]
Description
Caladenia cardiochila (also called Caladenia cardiochila, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in coastal areas, mangroves, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia cardiochila is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caladenia cardiochila is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caladenia cardiochila can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both the seedlings and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized every few weeks. Once the plants are established, they should be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Caladenia cardiochila
Caladenia cardiochila is native to Australia, and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Caladenia cardiochila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia cardiochila?
Caladenia cardiochila
What is the common name of Caladenia cardiochila?
Heart-Lipped Spider Orchid
Where is Caladenia cardiochila found?
It 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-28481: Based on the initial data import
Ralph Tate (1840-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tate' in the authors string.