Caladenia williamsiae

Caladenia williamsiae Hopper & A.P.Br.

Arachnorchis williamsiae; Calonemorchis williamsiae

William's Spider Orchid

Caladenia longiclavata (Clubbed Spider Orchids)

Stephen Hopper & Andrew Brown in Nuytsia 14:303-304, Fig.75D (2001)

Brookton to Nyabing, growing in sandy-clay and lateritic soils in woodlands and shrublands.

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An uncommon species 150–200 mm high with a hairy leaf 70–90 mm long by 15–18 mm wide and up to two small, greenish-yellow and red flowers 30–40 mm across.

The petals are pointed, while the sepals are prominently clubbed.

Threatened (Critically Endangered)

Named in honour of WA Native Orchid Study and Conservation Group member(s): Judy Williams