Mountain Sun Orchid (Thelymitra alpina) colour variations at 1000m altitude near the Cotter River, ACT in late December. Flowers are generally insect-pollinated, long-lasting and not shy to open on even cooler/cloudier days. Can flower through to January at higher altitudes.
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