Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Rogers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 38: 359 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720856
Common Names
- Bryce's Caladenia
- Bryceana Caladenia
- Caladenia Bryceana
Description
Caladenia bryceana (also called Bryce's Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers with purple and yellow markings.
Uses & Benefits
Caladenia bryceana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Caladenia bryceana sub. bryceana
Caladenia bryceana sub. cracens Hopper & A.P.Br.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caladenia bryceana has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caladenia bryceana is a hardy, evergreen perennial with a clumping habit. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Caladenia bryceana
Caladenia bryceana is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Caladenia bryceana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladenia bryceana?
Caladenia bryceana
What type of plant is Caladenia bryceana?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Caladenia bryceana?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,