Dunsborough Donkey Orchid (Diuris aff. amplissima)

Flowers in Spring (Sep - Oct), favours dense coastal heath as well as coastal woodland.  Flowers smaller than D. amplissima and grows more coastal.

Photographed 17/9/08 south of Dunsborough..

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Rusty Spider Orchid (Arachnorchis ferruginea - formerly Caladenia ferruginea)

Flowers in Spring (Sep - Nov), favours wide range of habitats in well drained soils but can be found in winter wet areas.  Flowers medium large; sepals have thick brown clubs.

Photographed 18/9/08 along coastal area near Eagle Bay.

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