Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longiclavata
ID:
730820

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Coleman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 46: 196 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730153



Common Names

  • Caladenia longiclavata
  • Long-spurred Caladenia
  • Long Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia longiclavata (also called long-spurred caladenia, among many other common names) is an orchid with long, white petals and a yellow center. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia longiclavata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. The flowers are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia longiclavata has white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia longiclavata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or cuttings. Division is best done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Caladenia longiclavata

Caladenia longiclavata can be found in Australia.

Caladenia longiclavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia longiclavata?

Caladenia longiclavata

What is the family of Caladenia longiclavata?

Orchidaceae

Where is Caladenia longiclavata found?

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-28620: Based on the initial data import
Edith Coleman (1874-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Coleman' in the authors string.