Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
reptans
ID:
734373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 52 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733706



Common Names

  • Caladenia reptans
  • Reptans Caladenia
  • Caladenia


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Synonyms

  • Caladeniastrum reptans (Lindl.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Caladenia preissii Endl. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia reptans (also called Creeping Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is a terrestrial herb with a single, erect stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are white and spider-like with long, thin petals.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia reptans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Caladenia reptans sub. reptans
Caladenia reptans sub. impensa Hopper & A.P.Br.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia reptans has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia reptans is a hardy terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Caladenia reptans

Caladenia reptans is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia, where it grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland.

Caladenia reptans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia reptans?

Caladenia reptans

What type of plant is Caladenia reptans?

It is an orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia reptans?

It is native to 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-28690: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.