This common deciduous terrestrial orchid grows in moist short grassy
areas around Brisbane. It also commonly grows in lawns and disturbed areas
such as roadside drains.
This orchid has up to 10 grass like leaves surrounding the flower stem
to 50cm with up to 60 flowers arranged in a spiral. The flowers are each
6mm wide and are bright pink with white labellum.
No other orchid can be confused with this orchid when in flower. |