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Coastal Spider Orchid

Family: Orchidaceae

Genus: Caladenia

Species: abbreviata

Main Flower Colour: Cream

Description

Late flowering Spider Orchid
Grows to 200 - 300mm
Spreading Petals and lateral sepals
Declared Priority Flora in WA
Coastal Habitation

Flowering start in October and ends in December.

Identification

The main flower colour is cream.

References

Field Guide to the Orchids of Western Australia.

Created: 17 Nov 2014 - Barry H12
Updated: 19 Nov 2014 - Member - John and Val

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Location

Region Specifics

Coastal areas between Yallingup and William Bay

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