Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
xantholeuca
ID:
738704

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 36 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738037



Common Names

  • Yellow Caladenia
  • Yellow Spider Orchid
  • Yellow Mantis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Petalochilus xantholeucus (D.L.Jones) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Caladenia xantholeuca (also called Yellow-leaved Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It has a single leaf and a single white flower with a yellow labellum. It grows in open forest and woodland, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Caladenia xantholeuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and ponds. Its flowers are edible and can be used as a food source for birds. It can also be used to control erosion and can be used as a natural fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladenia xantholeuca 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 xantholeuca is a perennial terrestrial orchid that can be grown in moist, well-drained soil. It is easy to propagate by dividing the clumps of rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in the spring or fall in moist soil. The seeds should be planted in the spring in moist soil. The plants should be kept in full sun or partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Caladenia xantholeuca

Caladenia xantholeuca can be found in Australia.

Caladenia xantholeuca FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Caladenia xantholeuca?

Caladenia xantholeuca is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy soils in heathland and woodlands.

What is the flowering period of Caladenia xantholeuca?

Caladenia xantholeuca typically flowers from August to October.

What is the size of Caladenia xantholeuca?

Caladenia xantholeuca typically grows to a height of up to 30 cm.

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-28745: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.