Thelymitra benthamiana: Blotched Sun Orchid

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It was a hot and humid day - perfect for Thelymitra hunting. We found a few blue ones, white ones.  These may be new as well, time and the book will tell. Then as we walked back to the car, happy and heat affected, Mischa noticed on the edge of the track was this orchid in full bloom.  Nearby was a plant with bud.

They were worth the sweat!

Photographed at Anglesea Heathlands area.

Details (Vic):

Flowering:  Flowering September - December, mainly between October and November.

Size: Up to 35cm tall,  flowers -  usually 2 to 8, to 30mm across

Location:  Mainly the Southern half of  Victoria and the Grampians.  Found in open forests with high rainfall and coastal heathlands.

Endemic, Rare.

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