Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
727721

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727054



Common Names

  • Yellow Marshweed
  • Yellow Waterweed
  • Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia flava (also called Yellow Caladenia, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves and grows in shallow water, often in marshes and swamps. It is a popular aquarium plant, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia flava is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it can spread easily.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Caladenia flava sub. flava
Caladenia flava sub. maculata Hopper & A.P.Br.
Caladenia flava sub. sylvestris Hopper & A.P.Br.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia flava has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia flava can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers full sun or partial shade and should be protected from extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Caladenia flava

Caladenia flava is found in Australia.

Caladenia flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia flava?

Caladenia flava

What type of plant is Caladenia flava?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia flava?

Grasslands and woodlands

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-28572: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.