Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
iridescens
ID:
730000

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 44: 328 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729333



Common Names

  • Iridescent Spider Orchid
  • Caladenia iridescens
  • Purple Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Stegostyla iridescens (R.S.Rogers) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia iridescens (also called iridescent spider orchid, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with long, thin leaves and bright pink flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia iridescens is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used to make tea and the bark is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia iridescens has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne on a single stem. The flowers have four petals and are about 0.5 inches in diameter. The fruits are small, round, black berries that are about 0.25 inches in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves that are about 0.5 inches long. The leaves are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia iridescens is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Caladenia iridescens

Caladenia iridescens is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It can be found in shrubland, heathland, and woodland, at elevations of up to 400 m.

Caladenia iridescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia iridescens?

Caladenia iridescens

What type of plant is Caladenia iridescens?

It is an orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia iridescens?

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-28606: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.