Caladenia gertrudiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gertrudiae
ID:
728538
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ostenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Biol. Meddel. Kongel. Danske Vidensk. Selsk. 3(11): 43 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727871
Common Names
- Gertrudiae Caladenia
- Gertrudiae Spider Orchid
- Gertrudiae Spider Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caladenia gertrudiae (also called Gertrude's Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It typically grows in grassy meadows, rocky slopes, and forest edges. It has a single, yellow-green flower with long, thin petals and sepals.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia gertrudiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of herbal teas and extracts for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Caladenia gertrudiae are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caladenia gertrudiae is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots.
Where to Find Caladenia gertrudiae
Caladenia gertrudiae can be found in Australia.
Caladenia gertrudiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia gertrudiae?
Caladenia gertrudiae
What is the common name of Caladenia gertrudiae?
Gertrude's Spider Orchid
Where does Caladenia gertrudiae grow?
Caladenia gertrudiae is found in 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
IPNI record: 120673-3: Originally associated with wfo-0001350368
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-28584: Based on the initial data import
Carl Hansen Ostenfeld (1873-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ostenf.' in the authors string.