Caladenia cruciformis
Bordertown Spider Orchid, Red Cross Spider Orchid
Also known as: Arachnorchis cruciformis (D.L.Jones) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
- Arachnorchis cruciformis (D.L.Jones) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Caladenia cruciformis (commonly known as Bordertown Spider-orchid or Red-cross Spider-orchid) is a tuberous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in Australasia, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. The genus Caladenia is notably large, comprising more than 300 species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
South Australia, Victoria