Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hastata
ID:
729275

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nicholls) Rupp

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 58: 197 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728608



Common Names

  • Caladenia hastata
  • Spider Orchid
  • Blue Fingers


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis hastata (Nicholls) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis hastata (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Caladenia patersonii hastata Nicholls [unknown]
  • Calonema hastatum (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia hastata (also called Hastate Caladenia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia hastata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat coughs, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia hastata has a single, white flower with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and slender with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia hastata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When planting, be sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune as needed to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Caladenia hastata

Caladenia hastata can be found in Australia.

Caladenia hastata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia hastata?

Caladenia hastata

What is the common name of Caladenia hastata?

Hastata Caladenia

What type of plant is Caladenia hastata?

It is a perennial flowering plant.

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-28594: Based on the initial data import
Herman Rupp (1872-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupp' in the authors string.
William Henry Nicholls (1885-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholls' in the authors string.