Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
731971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 247 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731304



Common Names

  • Caladenia
  • Fairy Orchid
  • Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Petalochilus minor (Hook.f.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Caladenia carnea minor (Hook.f.) Hatch [unknown]
  • Caladenia catenata minor (Hook.f.) W.M.Curtis [unknown]

Description

Caladenia minor (also called Small Caladenia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It grows in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia minor has small, pink flowers with yellow-tipped petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia minor is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Caladenia minor

Caladenia minor is native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Caladenia minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia minor?

Caladenia minor

What is the common name of Caladenia minor?

Caladenia minor

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia minor?

Caladenia minor is found in the tropical forests 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,

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