Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
magniclavata
ID:
731512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nicholls

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 64: 135 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730845



Common Names

  • Caladenia Magniclavata
  • Large-Clawed Spider Orchid
  • Large-Clawed Caladenia
  • Magniclavata


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis magniclavata (Nicholls) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis magniclavata (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Caladenia longiclavata magniclavata (Nicholls) A.S.George [unknown]
  • Calonema magniclavatum (Nicholls) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia magniclavata (also called Magnificent Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a single, erect stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are arranged in opposite pairs. It has yellow to orange flowers with five petals. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia magniclavata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia magniclavata is a pink, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia magniclavata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Caladenia magniclavata

Caladenia magniclavata is native to Australia.

Caladenia magniclavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia magniclavata?

Caladenia magniclavata

What is the family of Caladenia magniclavata?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Caladenia magniclavata?

Large-flowered Spider Orchid

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,

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