Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flindersica
ID:
835913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones) R.J.Bates

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 22: 102 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835248



Common Names

  • Caladenia flindersica
  • Flinders Caladenia
  • Flinders Spider Orchid


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Description

Caladenia flindersica (also called Flinders spider orchid, among many other common names) is an ephemeral terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m and has a tuberous root system. It is found in dry open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia flindersica is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia flindersica is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia flindersica is an orchid native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is best done in spring or summer. The plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Caladenia flindersica

Caladenia flindersica can be found in the grassy woodlands of Victoria, Australia.

Caladenia flindersica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia flindersica?

Caladenia flindersica

What is the common name of Caladenia flindersica?

Flinders Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia flindersica?

It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and grasslands

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-372473: Based on the initial data import
Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.