Description
Caleana major, Monkey Orchid
Caleana major, the flying duck orchid, is a small orchid found in eastern and southern Australia. This terrestrial plant features a remarkable flower, resembling a duck in flight.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Caleana major, Monkey Orchid |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 50 centimetres (20 inches), |
| Flower Colour | reddy-brown |
| Bloom Time | July to August |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Deadhead to prolong flowering.Maintain moderate soil moisture and fertilize lightly.plant will die with the first frost.
Flying Duck Orchid care
The Caleana major orchid, native to the southern and eastern regions of Australia, is most commonly referred to as the flying duck orchid (for obvious reasons). It, s an itty bitty thing with flowers that measure just 1/2-3/4 of an inch in length.
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 15-20 Celsius |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Flying Duck Orchid special feature
At up to 50 centimeters in height, it, s definitely not the smallest flower in the world, but its red-and-purple coloring helps it blend so well in its wild surroundings that it becomes almost invisible.
Flying Duck Orchid uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- Like orchids, the Orchid is used in Chinese medicine and is
- is most commonly referred to as the flying duck orchid (for obvious reasons)