Queen of Sheba Orchid

Family: Orchidaceae
Genus: Thelymitra
Species: variegata
Main Flower Colour: Purple

Description

Ground orchid with a single small leaf. Flowers about 4cm across.

Flowering start in September.

Identification

The main flower colour is purple. Brilliant purple, yellow and orange flowers only open in full sun.

References

A Guide to Native Orchids of South Western Australia. Bob Liddelow
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Location

Bio Regions

Esperance Plains (ESP)

Region Specifics

Stirling Ranges NP. WA

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