Caladenia gracillima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracillima
ID:
729014
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rupp) D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 13: 256 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728347
Common Names
- Graceful Caladenia
- Graceful Spider Orchid
- Graceful Spider Orchis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Petalochilus gracillimus (Rupp) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
- Caladenia carnea gracillima Rupp [unknown]
Description
Caladenia gracillima (also called Slender Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to Australia and is found in moist areas, such as grasslands, woodlands, and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia gracillima has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caladenia gracillima is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caladenia gracillima is a slow-growing, terrestrial orchid that prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although division can also be used. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done when the plant is dormant, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture.
Where to Find Caladenia gracillima
Caladenia gracillima can be found in the temperate regions of Australia.
Caladenia gracillima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia gracillima?
Caladenia gracillima
What type of plant is Caladenia gracillima?
It is an orchid
What is the native range of Caladenia gracillima?
It is native to 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-28590: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Herman Rupp (1872-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupp' in the authors string.