Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
731875

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 13: 11 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731208



Common Names

  • Caladenia
  • Fairy Orchid
  • Spider Orchid


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Description

Caladenia maritima (also called Sea Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Australia. It is found in coastal heathland and sand dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia maritima is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia maritima has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia maritima can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Caladenia maritima

Caladenia maritima can be found in tropical rainforests in East Africa, including in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.

Caladenia maritima FAQ

What type of plant is Caladenia maritima?

Caladenia maritima is a type of flowering plant.

What is the scientific name of Caladenia maritima?

The scientific name of Caladenia maritima is Caladenia maritima.

Where is Caladenia maritima found?

Caladenia maritima is found in coastal regions of 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-28635: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.