Fringed spider orchid
Caladenia dilatata
Family: Orchidaceae
What it is like
An orchid. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 45 cm high and spreads 30 cm wide. The stems are erect and slender. It has a flower at the top. The leaf occur singly and is sword shaped and hairy. They flowers are greenish-yellow and maroon. They are 10 cm across. They are in a group at the tip.
There are about 80-160-200 Caladenia species. Many are in Australia.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It needs a light to medium well-drained soil. It needs a protected shaded position. It is damaged by drought or frost.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Tasmania
How it is used for food
The tubers are eaten.
Edible parts
Tubers, root
How it is grown
Plants are grown by division.
Its other names
Local names
Koolin