Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
734004

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.M.Curtis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Stud. Fl. Tasman. 4A: 133 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733337



Common Names

  • Caladenia pusilla
  • Pusilla Caladenia
  • Pusilla


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Description

Caladenia pusilla (also called Caladenia pusilla, among many other common names) is a small, bulbous perennial native to the temperate regions of Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in lowland rainforests, mountain forests, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia pusilla 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 pusilla is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions taken in autumn.

Where to Find Caladenia pusilla

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

Caladenia pusilla FAQ

What is the common name of Caladenia pusilla?

Small Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia pusilla?

Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering season of Caladenia pusilla?

Late spring to early summer

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-28684: Based on the initial data import
Winifred Mary Curtis (1905-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.M.Curtis' in the authors string.