Corysanthes grumula

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15 Stately helmet orchid at suppressed

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Corysanthes grumula	Csteele4	21 Jul 2026
Corysanthes grumula	AnneG1	21 Jul 2026

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Significant sighting

RobG1 noted:

22 Jul 2026

First CNM sighting of this species within suburban Canberra at an elevation that is lower than its normal range.

User's notes

5 plants first noted on 13 September 2025 in a suburban backyard near Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve, one with a spent flower. This year 10 plants have emerged, 2 with flowers allowing identification.

2 comments

HelenCross

21 Jul 2026

Wow, would love to have these in the back yard!

KylieWaldon

2 Aug 2026

One day I'll see a helmeted orchid. Just haven't since looking last 5 years!

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Sighting information

10 Abundance
AnneG1 Recorded by
Less than 10cm Plant height
5mm to 12mm Flower size
Yes In flower

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Species information

Corysanthes grumula Scientific name
Stately helmet orchid Common name
Highly Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
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Synonyms
Corybas grumulus

Seasonal activity

In flower

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F

M

A

M

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J

A

S

O

N

D

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