Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
clarkiae
ID:
723866

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 17 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723199



Common Names

  • Clark's Caladenia
  • Caladenia Clarkiae
  • Clark's Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Stegostyla clarkiae (D.L.Jones) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia clarkiae (also called Clark's spider orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to Australia and grows in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia clarkiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia clarkiae is white or pink in color, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia clarkiae is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Caladenia clarkiae

Caladenia clarkiae is native to Australia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Caladenia clarkiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia clarkiae?

Caladenia clarkiae

What is the common name of Caladenia clarkiae?

Clark's Spider Orchid

What is the flowering season of Caladenia clarkiae?

September to October

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-28507: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.