Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nigrita
ID:
767605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 54 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766938



Common Names

  • Caleana nigrita
  • Black Duck Orchid
  • Black Flying Duck Orchid


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Description

Caleana nigrita (also called Black Duck Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a low-growing habit and produces yellow flowers with yellow centres. It grows in moist woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Caleana nigrita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caleana nigrita has pink, tubular flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caleana nigrita can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Caleana nigrita

Caleana nigrita is native to Australia and can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Caleana nigrita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caleana nigrita?

Caleana nigrita

What is the common name of Caleana nigrita?

Black Duck Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Caleana nigrita?

Woodlands and grassy areas

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