Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
726030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 52 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725363



Common Names

  • Discoid Spider Orchid
  • Caladenia Discoidea
  • Discoid Caladenia


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis discoidea (Lindl.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis discoidea (Lindl.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Calonema discoideum (Lindl.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia discoidea (also called Red-Lipped Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single leaf and a single flower on a thin stem. The flower has red-tipped sepals and petals and a long, thin labellum. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia discoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and indoors. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia discoidea has white to pinkish-white flowers with a yellowish-green labellum. The seed capsules are globular and contain numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia discoidea can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. Water the seeds regularly and they should germinate within a few weeks. Once the seedlings have developed, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Caladenia discoidea

Caladenia discoidea is native to the tropical forests of the Philippines.

Caladenia discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia discoidea?

Caladenia discoidea

What is the common name of Caladenia discoidea?

Discoid Spider Orchid

What type of plant is Caladenia discoidea?

Caladenia discoidea is a species of orchid in the Caladeniaceae family.

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-28543: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.