Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
733795

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 46: 152 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733128



Common Names

  • Caladenia pumila
  • Dwarf Spider Orchid
  • Small Spider Orchid
  • Tiny Spider Orchid


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Description

Caladenia pumila (also called Dwarf Caladenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia pumila is used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia pumila has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia pumila is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a ground cover or border plant.

Where to Find Caladenia pumila

Caladenia pumila can be found in the temperate forests of Australia.

Caladenia pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia pumila?

Caladenia pumila

What is the common name of Caladenia pumila?

Dwarf spider orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia pumila?

Grassy 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-28682: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.