Plants > Orchidaceae & Terrestrial Orchids
The Forest Mantis Orchid (Caladenia attingens) is an impressive green spider orchid native to the deep, moisture-rich forests of southwest Australia. Named for its uncanny praying-mantis-like posture, with sweeping upright lateral sepals and a vibrant green,...
Plants > Orchidaceae & Terrestrial Orchids
The Leafless Orchid (Praecoxanthus aphyllus) is the sole member of its monotypic genus, an ancient and enigmatic botanical aristocrat found only in the southwest corner of Australia. Unique for producing its magnificent, sweetly fragrant blossom in late autumn and...
Plants > Orchidaceae & Terrestrial Orchids
The Scented Mignonette Orchid (Microtis alboviridis) is a charming, slender terrestrial orchid native to the seasonally moist landscapes of southwest Western Australia. Distinct among the mignonette orchids for the delightful, sweet honey perfume emitted by its...
Plants > Orchidaceae & Terrestrial Orchids
The Dwarf Hammer Orchid (Drakaea micrantha) is an intricate, miniature marvel of evolutionary deception endemic to southwest Western Australia. Belonging to the renowned hammer orchid genus Drakaea, this diminutive species features an extraordinary hinged labellum...
Plants > Orchidaceae & Terrestrial Orchids
The Broad-billed Duck Orchid (Paracaleana triens) is an extraordinary and miniature terrestrial orchid endemic to the inland landscapes of southwestern Australia. Named for its uncanny resemblance to a tiny flying duck with an exaggerated, broad bill, this marvel of...
