Spiranthes australis

1 Austral Ladies Tresses at Mongarlowe, NSW

Spiranthes australis at Mongarlowe, NSW - 14 Mar 2020
Spiranthes australis at Mongarlowe, NSW - 14 Mar 2020
Spiranthes australis at Mongarlowe, NSW - 14 Mar 2020
Spiranthes australis at Mongarlowe, NSW - 14 Mar 2020
Spiranthes australis at Mongarlowe, NSW - 14 Mar 2020
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Identification history

Spiranthes australis 16 Mar 2020 mcosgrove
Spiranthes australis 15 Mar 2020 MattM
Unidentified 15 Mar 2020 LisaH

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User's notes

Unsure if this is an orchid - perhaps leek?

2 comments

MattM wrote:
   16 Mar 2020
This is a species of orchid typically found in boggy areas. It is a type of spiral orchid, Spiranthes. Unfortunately I am not familiar enough with them to distinguish the different species. I think it might be S. australis based on location.
LisaH wrote:
   16 Mar 2020
Thank you. The orchid was in an area that retains water - especially after the rain

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Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 14 Mar 2020 03:12 PM Recorded on
  • LisaH Recorded by

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  • True In flower
  • 10cm to 30cm Plant height

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