Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sigmoidea
ID:
735882

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia 62: 12 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735215



Common Names

  • Sigmoid Caladenia
  • Sigmoid Spider Orchid
  • Caladenia sigmoidea


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Description

Caladenia sigmoidea (also called the Southern Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a terrestrial herb with a single leaf and a single flower on a short stem. It has a white labellum with a yellowish-brown tip and a yellowish-brown callus. It is found in moist forests and woodlands in the south-eastern parts of Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia sigmoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia sigmoidea is a single, white, spider-like flower with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem growing from the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia sigmoidea 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 sigmoidea

Caladenia sigmoidea is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Victoria and South Australia.

Caladenia sigmoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia sigmoidea?

Caladenia sigmoidea

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia sigmoidea?

Woodlands, heathlands and grasslands

What is the flowering period of Caladenia sigmoidea?

Spring and 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-28708: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sanders Rogers (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rogers' in the authors string.