Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
concinna
ID:
724262

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rupp) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 22 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723595



Common Names

  • Concinna Caladenia
  • Crimson Caladenia
  • Pale Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia concinna (also called Crimson Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland. It grows in well-drained soils in open, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia concinna is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia concinna has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellowish-brown fruits that contain several seeds. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a yellowish-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia concinna can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several parts and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Caladenia concinna

Caladenia concinna is native to Australia. It can be found in tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Caladenia concinna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia concinna?

Caladenia concinna

What is the common name of Caladenia concinna?

Caladenia concinna

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia concinna?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-28513: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
Herman Rupp (1872-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupp' in the authors string.