Gastrodia sesamoides with Geranium homeanum
We have increasing numbers of the Potato Orchid (or Cinnamon Bells) Gastrodia sesamoides . This orchid is a saprophyte, it breaks down organic matter and is present in our heavily mulched areas. The flowers have a cinnamon like scent. The geranium in the background of this shot is a native too – Geranium homeanum.
Microtis unifolia
We have recently found another native orchid on an easement we maintain.The easement has long been overgrown but is now reclaimed and either mowed or line trimmed. Luckily I saw this orchid before I trimmed it. The leaves in the background of this shot are Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora (Montbretia) now a weed in the Blue Mountains.
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