Caladenia dilatata

Also known as: The Green or Caladenia patersonii var. dilatata Calonemorchis corynepetala Caladenia corynepetala Caladenia simulans in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Australia

General Information

The Green is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Australia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

Climate

Grows at low elevations.

Fertiliser

These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.