Thelymitra
(Sun Orchids) is one of Tasmania's largest genera of orchids,
with 38 species currently recognised. The plants have a single,
narrow leaf. The flowers are distinctive in that all six sepals and
petals (including the labellum) are similar in size and shape, showy
and widely spreading. They are often blue or pink (sometimes yellow
or white) in colour. There is a single leaf that is long and narrow. Thelymitra antennifera is also known
as Rabbit's ears. |