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Mellblom's Spider Orchid

Caladenia hastata

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (Pflanzen)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Asparagales (Spargelartige)
Family
Orchidaceae
Genus
Caladenia
Species
Caladenia hastata (Mellblom's Spider Orchid)

Similar Species in Caladenia

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Bordertown Spider-orchid
Caladenia cruciformis
Endangered
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Neat Caps
Caladenia cracens
Least Concern
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Dunda's Spider Orchid
Caladenia dundasiae
Vulnerable
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Spicy Caps
Caladenia dimorpha
Least Concern
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Glistening Spider Orchid
Caladenia incensum
Least Concern
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Kari Spider Orchid
Caladenia brownii
Least Concern
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Margaret River Spider Orchid
Caladenia citrina
Least Concern
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Ray Spider Orchid
Caladenia radiata
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mellblom's Spider Orchid?
The scientific name of Mellblom's Spider Orchid is Caladenia hastata. It belongs to the genus Caladenia.
What is the conservation status of Mellblom's Spider Orchid?
Mellblom's Spider Orchid (Caladenia hastata) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Mellblom's Spider Orchid belong to?
Mellblom's Spider Orchid (Caladenia hastata) belongs to the genus Caladenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.
Is Mellblom's Spider Orchid endangered?
Yes, Mellblom's Spider Orchid (Caladenia hastata) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Mellblom's Spider Orchid belong to?
Mellblom's Spider Orchid (Caladenia hastata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Mellblom's Spider Orchid?
The closest relatives of Mellblom's Spider Orchid in the genus Caladenia include Bordertown Spider-orchid, Neat Caps, Dunda's Spider Orchid, Spicy Caps, Glistening Spider Orchid.

Genus Caladenia — 13 Species

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Bordertown Spider-orchid
Caladenia cruciformis
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Neat Caps
Caladenia cracens
LC 🐾
Dunda's Spider Orchid
Caladenia dundasiae
VU 🐾
Spicy Caps
Caladenia dimorpha
LC 🐾
Glistening Spider Orchid
Caladenia incensum
LC
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Mellblom's Spider Orchid
Caladenia hastata
CR
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Kari Spider Orchid
Caladenia brownii
LC 🐾
Margaret River Spider Orchid
Caladenia citrina
LC 🐾
Ray Spider Orchid
Caladenia radiata
LC 🐾
Splendid Spider Orchid
Caladenia splendens
LC 🐾
White Caladenia
Caladenia catenata
LC 🐾
Narrow-lipped Dragon Orchid
Caladenia mesocera
LC 🐾
Drooping Spider Orchid
Caladenia radialis
LC
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