Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longii
ID:
731012

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Pap. & Proc. Roy. Soc. Tasmania 1931: 105 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730345



Common Names

  • Caladenia Longii
  • Long's Spider Orchid
  • Long's Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia longii (also called 'Long's Spider Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a fleshy stem, and is native to Australia. It is found in dry habitats, and is often found growing in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia longii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia longii is a white or pinkish-white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia longii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Caladenia longii

Caladenia longii is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of the country.

Caladenia longii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia longii?

Caladenia longii

What is the common name of Caladenia longii?

Long's Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia longii?

Moist forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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-28623: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.