Duck Orchid Flower Care Caleana major, commonly known as the large duck orchid. It is a small orchid which we can find in eastern and southern Australia. This terrestrial plant features a remarkable flower, resembling a duck in flight.
Description for Flying Duck Orchid Plant height: 28 – 44 inches Common name(s): Caleana major, Monkey Orchid Flower colours: reddy-brown Bloom time: July to August Max reachable height: 50 centimetres (20 inches) Difficulty to grow: Easy to grow
Planting & Care Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil: Well-drained soil Water: Medium Temperature: 15-20 Celsius Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer
Caring for Flying Duck Orchid
Insects such as sawflies attracted to the flower, pollinate the Flying duck orchids. Some of these insects will be temporarily trapped to collect and transfer pollen. Flying duck orchids are extremely difficult to grow or propagate. Thus, they are virtually exclusive to woody forests or shrubby habitats. The height of these plants can reach 50 centimetres (20 inches). And they grow from a tuber and have long narrow leaves. A 90 cent Australian postage stamp that released in 1986 had the orchid plant picture. And it is one of a set of four stamps featuring Australian orchids. There is a lack of pollinating insects, as well as habitat destruction. Due to which the list of vulnerable plants in South Australia has flying duck orchid plant.
Typical uses of Flying Duck Orchid Special features: At up to 50 centimeters in height, it is definitely not the smallest flower in the world. But its red-and-purple coloring helps it blend so well in its wild surroundings. This make the plant almost invisible. Ornamental use: We can use these plants for ornamental purpose. Medicinal use: Like orchids, Chinese medicine uses this Orchid as well.