Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
procera
ID:
343366

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14: 141 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342698



Common Names

  • Procera Spider Orchid
  • Procera Fingers Orchid
  • Procera's Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Arachnorchis procera (Hopper & A.P.Br.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis procera (Hopper & A.P.Br.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia procera (also called Tall Fingers, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in south-western Australia. It has a single, hairy leaf and a single, pink flower with a long, narrow labellum. It is found in heathland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia procera has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia procera is a white or cream coloured labellum, with a yellow or orange central area. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia procera is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. It can be grown in pots or in the garden and will need to be watered regularly during the growing season. Division should be done when the plant is dormant, and the divisions should be replanted immediately in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Caladenia procera

Caladenia procera can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in areas such as the Stirling Range National Park.

Caladenia procera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia procera?

Caladenia procera

What is the common name of Caladenia procera?

Tall Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia procera?

It is found in open forest and woodland in Victoria and South 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-222866: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Andrew Phillip Brown (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Br.' in the authors string.