Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
caudata
ID:
723632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nicholls

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 64: 231 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722965



Common Names

  • Caladenia caudata
  • Caudata Caladenia
  • Caudata Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis caudata (Nicholls) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis caudata (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Calonema caudatum (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia caudata (also called Tailflower Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an evergreen herb with small, showy, white and pink flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Australia, and is commonly found in moist and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as well as for medicinal purposes. The flowers can be used to make a dye for fabrics. The leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia caudata is a small white bloom. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are bright green with lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia caudata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Caladenia caudata

Caladenia caudata is native to Australia, where it can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Caladenia caudata FAQ

What are the common names of Caladenia caudata?

Common names of Caladenia caudata include Tailflower Spider Orchid and Tail-Flower Spider Orchid

What type of plant is Caladenia caudata?

Caladenia caudata is a type of orchid

How big can Caladenia caudata grow?

Caladenia caudata can grow up to 0.3m 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,

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