Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
wanosa
ID:
738622

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.George

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 5: 57 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737955



Common Names

  • Caladenia wanosa
  • Wan's Caladenia
  • Wan's Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phlebochilus wanosus (A.S.George) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Calonemorchis wanosa (A.S.George) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Jonesiopsis wanosa (A.S.George) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Calonema wanosum (A.S.George) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia wanosa (also called Wan's spider orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a single erect stem and a single flower. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in damp areas such as swamps, lake margins and wet heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia wanosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as skin disorders, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia wanosa has white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladenia wanosa is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Caladenia wanosa

Caladenia wanosa can be found in Australia.

Caladenia wanosa FAQ

What is the common name of Caladenia wanosa?

Wan's Spider Orchid

What is the flowering season of Caladenia wanosa?

Late Winter to Early Spring

What is the habitat of Caladenia wanosa?

Heathland and dry sclerophyll forest

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-28742: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.