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Common Beard-orchid

Calochilus robertsonii

Photo by Vinny
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Field Notes

Description:

Approx. 12cm tall, Calochilus species are related to Sun Orchids, responding to heat and opening to their fullest extent on hot days. Unlike Sun Orchids they don't fully sloe at night.

Habitat:

Grassy Dry Forest

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Vinny
Thanks for the complement Gilma :)

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PublishedOctober 9, 2014

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