| Scientific Name : |
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Thelymitra pauciflora |
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| Common Name : |
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Slender sun-orchid |
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| Height : |
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400 mm |
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| Description : |
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Sun orchids have all six Perianth segments similar in size, shape and colour, with the Labellum not markedly different from the other Petals. This is a common orchid, but is difficult to identify, because the flowers rarely open. Look for the flowers on very warm days. The Perianth segments are 10mm long, Ovate and pointed, usually blue, but often pink or whitish. The Column is whitish, 4mm long. The central lobe is elongated andcurves forward. Its tip is bright yellow and has a distinct notch. The side arms are short and end in tufts of white hairs. |
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| Habitat : |
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Grows in a wide range of habitats, including heaths and open forest. |
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| Distribution : |
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Queensland to South Australia, and Tasmania and Western Australia. Widespread and common in Victoria, except for the North-West. Common in the Fosters Gully section of the Park, especially on Stringybark Ridge. |
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| Flowering Season : |
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October and November |
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| Family : |
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Orchidaceae |
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