Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tessellata
ID:
737067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fitzg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orch. 1(2): t. 3 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736400



Common Names

  • Tesselated Caladenia
  • Tessellated Caladenia
  • Tesselated Caladenia


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Description

Caladenia tessellata (also called Tessellated Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized terrestrial orchid growing to 30 cm tall. It has a single, erect, hairy leaf and a single white flower with a long, thin labellum. It is found in the south-west of Western Australia, growing in sandy soils in heathland and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia tessellata is an attractive ornamental plant with bright pink flowers. It is often used in gardens and flower beds to add a splash of color. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladenia tessellata is a white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round and black seed. The seedlings are small and have two or three long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia tessellata, commonly known as Tessellated Spider Orchid, is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It has white, star-shaped flowers and can reach heights of up to 12 inches. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Caladenia tessellata

Caladenia tessellata is native to parts of Australia.

Caladenia tessellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladenia tessellata?

Caladenia tessellata

What type of plant is Caladenia tessellata?

Perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Caladenia tessellata 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,

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