Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
724436

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 324 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723769



Common Names

  • Congested Spider Orchid
  • Congested Caladenia
  • Congested Spider Flower


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Description

Caladenia congesta (also called Congested Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial plant with long, thin, bright green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia congesta is used for making baskets, mats, and other handicrafts. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin infections, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia congesta is a pinkish-white, with a labellum that is dark pink and has a yellow tip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia congesta is a perennial terrestrial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C and is best grown in containers or in the ground in a garden or meadow.

Where to Find Caladenia congesta

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

Caladenia congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia congesta?

Caladenia congesta

What is the common name of Caladenia congesta?

Clustered Spider Orchid

What type of plant is Caladenia congesta?

Orchid

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-28516: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.