Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
crebra
ID:
724822

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.George

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 1: 160 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724155



Common Names

  • Caladenia crebra
  • Crebra Caladenia
  • Crebra


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Description

Caladenia crebra (also called 'Crebra Spider-Orchid', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant with a single stem and a rounded crown. It is native to the temperate regions of Australia and is found in moist, well-drained soils in woodlands and grasslands. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate both full sun and full shade.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia crebra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia crebra 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 crebra is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in gardens and borders and is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Caladenia crebra

Caladenia crebra can be found in Australia.

Caladenia crebra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia crebra?

Caladenia crebra

What is the common name of Caladenia crebra?

Common Caladenia

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia crebra?

Caladenia crebra is found in open woodland and heathland in south-western Australia

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-28522: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.