Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
732077

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.W.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Indig. Fl. Fauna Assoc. Misc. Pap. 1: 10 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731410



Common Names

  • Mountain Spider Orchid
  • Caladenia Montana
  • Mountain Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis montana (G.W.Carr) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia montana (also called Mountain Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Australia. It is a terrestrial herb with a single stem and a dense crown of long, narrow leaves. It grows in sandy soils, in open woodlands and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia montana has small, yellow-green flowers with a white centre and a short, curved spur. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval, green leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia montana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers and can tolerate some drought. It is a low-maintenance plant and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Caladenia montana

Caladenia montana is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Caladenia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia montana?

Caladenia montana

What is the family of Caladenia montana?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Caladenia montana?

Mountain Caladenia

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-28643: Based on the initial data import
Geoffrey William Carr (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.W.Carr' in the authors string.