Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
concolor
ID:
724330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fitzg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orch. 1(7): t. 8 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723663



Common Names

  • Concolor Caladenia
  • Crimson Caladenia
  • Pale Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia concolor (also called White 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 concolor is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia concolor has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the ends of the branches. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds that are enclosed in a woody, cone-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia concolor is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a light, sandy soil. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Caladenia concolor

Caladenia concolor is a species of orchid found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Caladenia concolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia concolor?

Caladenia concolor

What is the common name of Caladenia concolor?

Caladenia concolor

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia concolor?

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,

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