Thelymitra stellata, magnifica, yorkensis, jacksonii
Star Orchid and related
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This group consists of four closely related orchids. T. stellata,
T. aff stellata, T. jacksonii and T. yorkensis. The first three species are
similar and differ mainly in flower size and flowing period. None of the species
featured here are very widespread.
An interesting note is that T .magnifica (Crystal Brook Star Orchid)
has been seen at 11.30pm with its flowers open.
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Thelymitra magnifica |
Thelymitra magnifica |
Thelymitra magnifica |
Thelymitra stellata |
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T. magnifica (Crystal Brook Star) differs from
T stellata by having larger flowers (4-5cm vs 2-4cm) and a flowering
period 2-3 weeks earlier. T. jacksonii has large flowers (5-6cm)
and an even later flowering period around late November to December.
T. yorkensis has lighter flowers and a consistant light stripe on each petal and sepal. |
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Thelymitra stellata |
Thelymitra stellata |
Thelymitra stellata |
Thelymitra stellata |
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Thelymitra stellata |
Thelymitra yorkensis |
Thelymitra yorkensis |
Thelymitra yorkensis |
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Thelymitra yorkensis
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Thelymitra jacksonii |
Thelymitra jacksonii |
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