Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lavandulacea
ID:
730420

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 51: 11 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729753



Common Names

  • Caladenia lavandulacea
  • Lavender Spider Orchid
  • Purple Spider Orchid


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Description

Caladenia lavandulacea (also called Lavender spider orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a terrestrial herb growing to 30 cm tall, with a single leaf and a single flower stem bearing a single flower. The flower is white with purple stripes and a yellow labellum. It is found in moist woods and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia lavandulacea is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a groundcover or border plant, and its leaves can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Caladenia lavandulacea are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia lavandulacea is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Caladenia lavandulacea

Caladenia lavandulacea can be found in Australia.

Caladenia lavandulacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia lavandulacea?

Caladenia lavandulacea

What is the common name of Caladenia lavandulacea?

Lavender spider orchid

What is the habitat of Caladenia lavandulacea?

Grassy woodlands in the southeastern United States

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: 121123-3: Originally associated with wfo-0001419260
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-28613: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.