Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
septuosa
ID:
735592

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 33 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000734925



Common Names

  • Caladenia septuosa
  • Septuosa Spider Orchid
  • Septuosa Spider Lily
  • Septuosa Orchid


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Description

Caladenia septuosa (also called 'Septuose Spider Orchid' and 'Septuose Spider Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Australia. It grows in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia septuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia septuosa is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia septuosa is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in moist, sandy soils and is tolerant of both full sun and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Caladenia septuosa

Caladenia septuosa is native to Australia. It can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Caladenia septuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia septuosa?

Caladenia septuosa

What is the common name of Caladenia septuosa?

Seven-veined Spider Orchid

What is the family of Caladenia septuosa?

Orchidaceae

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-28705: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.