Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 33 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735392
Common Names
- Star Caladenia
- Star Spider Orchid
- Caladenia stellata
Description
Caladenia stellata (also called the Star 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 stellata is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caladenia stellata has white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers have five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caladenia stellata is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light shade and dry conditions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Caladenia stellata
Caladenia stellata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Victoria and South Australia.
Caladenia stellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia stellata?
Caladenia stellata
What is the natural habitat of Caladenia stellata?
Woodlands, heathlands and grasslands
What is the flowering period of Caladenia stellata?
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,