Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fragrantissima
ID:
727914

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & G.W.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 24 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727247



Common Names

  • Caladenia Fragrantissima
  • Fragrantissima Caladenia
  • Fragrantissima


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Synonyms

  • Caladenia patersonii suaveolens Nicholls [unknown]
  • Calonema fragrantissimum (D.L.Jones & G.W.Carr) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia fragrantissima (also called Fragrant Caladenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia fragrantissima is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a medicinal herb in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia fragrantissima has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-green fruits. The fruits contain several seeds, which are black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia fragrantissima is a terrestrial orchid that grows in sandy soils in open forests and woodlands. It is best propagated by division, as the seedlings are slow to develop. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Caladenia fragrantissima

Caladenia fragrantissima is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It can be found in the heathlands and woodlands of the region.

Caladenia fragrantissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia fragrantissima?

Caladenia fragrantissima

What is the common name of Caladenia fragrantissima?

Fragrant Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia fragrantissima?

Grassland and open woodland

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-28576: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Geoffrey William Carr (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.W.Carr' in the authors string.