Caladenia petrensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrensis
ID:
835855
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.P.Br. & G.Brockman
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 17: 74 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835190
Common Names
- Caladenia petrensis
- Petren's Caladenia
- Petren's Spider Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caladenia petrensis (also called Petren's Caladenia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has a single, thin, erect stem, with a single, large, green-brown leaf at the base. The flower has a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a star.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia petrensis is a species of orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caladenia petrensis has small, yellow flowers with yellow petals and sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caladenia petrensis is an orchid native to Australia. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome. Plant divisions should be spaced at least 10 cm apart. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. The plant should be protected from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Where to Find Caladenia petrensis
Caladenia petrensis is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.
Caladenia petrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia petrensis?
Caladenia petrensis
What is the common name of Caladenia petrensis?
Petren's Caladenia
What is the natural habitat of Caladenia petrensis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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-372409: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Phillip Brown (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Br.' in the authors string.
Garry Brockman (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Brockman' in the authors string.