Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
731590

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nicholls) D.L.Jones & G.W.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 27 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730923



Common Names

  • Magnifica Caladenia
  • Magnifica Spider Orchid
  • Magnifica Spiderlily


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Description

Caladenia magnifica (also called Magnificent Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial with a single stem and large, white flowers. It is native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia magnifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia magnifica is a bright pink with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia magnifica is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in early spring. The plant can be divided in spring or fall. Each division should have at least three growth points.

Where to Find Caladenia magnifica

Caladenia magnifica is native to Australia.

Caladenia magnifica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia magnifica?

Caladenia magnifica

What is the family of Caladenia magnifica?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia magnifica?

Tropical forests

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-28631: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
William Henry Nicholls (1885-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholls' in the authors string.
Geoffrey William Carr (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.W.Carr' in the authors string.