Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carnea
ID:
722081

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 324 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721414



Common Names

  • Carnea Caladenia
  • Flesh-Colored Caladenia
  • Flesh-Colored Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Petalochilus carneus (R.Br.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Caladenia angustata Hook.f. [illegitimate]
  • Caladenia atkinsonii Rodway [unknown]
  • Caladenia carnea subulata Nicholls [unknown]
  • Caladenia catenata carnea (R.Br.) N.Hallé [unknown]

Description

Caladenia carnea (also called 'Carnea Caladenia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in humid tropical forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia carnea is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia carnea has white or pink flowers with a long, thin, curved labellum. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia carnea is a terrestrial orchid that is propagated by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate with plenty of sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and rich in organic matter. It can be propagated by division of the root system. It is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Caladenia carnea

Caladenia carnea is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Caladenia carnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia carnea?

Caladenia carnea

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia carnea?

Caladenia carnea is native to Australia.

What is the growth habit of Caladenia carnea?

Caladenia carnea is a terrestrial orchid, growing up to 1 m (3 ft) tall.

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-28482: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.