Microtis sp.

Onion Orchid at Murrumbateman, NSW

Microtis sp. at Murrumbateman, NSW - 28 Oct 2016
Microtis sp. at Murrumbateman, NSW - 28 Oct 2016
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Identification history

Microtis sp. 28 Oct 2016 TonyWood
Microtis sp. 28 Oct 2016 SallyandPeter

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2 comments

TonyWood wrote:
   28 Oct 2016
Note the ant on image 2. Microtis is one of the few orchid species pollinated by ants.
SallyandPeter wrote:
   29 Oct 2016
Thanks Tony that's great info, Peter

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Location information

Sighting information

  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 28 Oct 2016 10:51 AM Recorded on
  • SallyandPeter Recorded by

Additional information

  • True In flower
  • Less than 10cm Plant height

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