Microtis (genus)

1 onion orchids at Mawson, ACT

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Microtis (genus) MattM 7 Dec 2023
Microtis unifolia clec 7 Dec 2023
Corunastylis clivicola CarbonAI 7 Dec 2023
Unverified clec 7 Dec 2023

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   7 Dec 2023
A bit difficult to tell which species this is. Identification requires a clear close up of the labellum. Unfortunately Microtis flowers are tiny which makes it incredibly challenging to capture the key features.

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Location information

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • clec Recorded by
  • 30cm to 1 metre Plant height
  • Yes In flower

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Species information

  • Microtis (genus) Scientific name
  • onion orchids Common name
  • Sensitive
  • Local native
  • Non-invasive or negligible
  • Up to 1425.95m Recorded at altitude

Seasonal activity

  • In flower

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    F
    M
    A
    M
    J
    J
    A
    S
    O
    N
    D

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Quality score 3 / 7
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