Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chamaephylla
ID:
723715

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 13: 6 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723048



Common Names

  • Low-stem Spider-orchid
  • Chamaephylla Caladenia
  • Low-stem Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia chamaephylla (also called Dwarf Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Caladeniaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia chamaephylla is used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make tea, jams, and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia chamaephylla is a white-pinkish colour with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia chamaephylla is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which can be collected from the plant's flowers. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Caladenia chamaephylla

Caladenia chamaephylla is native to Australia, where it is found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Caladenia chamaephylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia chamaephylla?

Caladenia chamaephylla

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia chamaephylla?

Caladenia chamaephylla is native to Australia

What is the size of Caladenia chamaephylla?

Caladenia chamaephylla can grow up to 1 m in height

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-28505: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.