Cyrtostylis reniformis

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Cyrtostylis reniformis	MattM	13 Jun 2025
Unverified	LeahColebrook	13 Jun 2025

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Still learning orchids, could this be a type of helmet orchid?

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MattM

13 Jun 2025

Close. This is a gnat orchid. Gnats and helmets have very similar leaves, however the gnats have distinct milky veins whereas the veins are almost undetectable in helmet orchid leaves.

LeahColebrook

13 Jun 2025

Thanks Matt. The ID tip is very helpful, I’ll remember that for future sightings :) cheers !

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6 Abundance
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Cyrtostylis reniformis Scientific name
Common Gnat Orchid Common name
Highly Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
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