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Common spider orchid

Family: Orchidaceae

Genus: Caladenia

Species: vulgata

Main Flower Colour: White

Description

The common white spider orchid, is probably the most misidentified orchid in WA. While common, it has different forms in different areas making for a difficult identification.

A common orchid which grows to around 300mm high. The flowers can be creamy white to white. It can be found between Kalbarri to Esperance and can be found in a variety of habitat from Mallee shrublands to woodlands and forests.

Flowering start in July and ends in October.

Identification

The main flower colour is white.

References

Orchids of Western Australia

Created: 05 Apr 2014 - Member - Tony S (WA)
Updated: 18 Aug 2014 - Member - John and Val

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Location

Bio Regions

Jarrah Forest (JAF), Mallee (MAL), Geraldton Sandplains (GES)

Region Specifics

Kalbarri to Esperance

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