Scientific Name: Phaius australis

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  • Pronunciation:
    FAY-us aw-STRAL-is
  • Common Name:
    Swamp Orchid
  • Type:
    Ground Orchid
  • Family:
    ORCHIDACEAE
  • Status:
    ENDANGERED
  • Flowers:
    Perfumed cream/pink/brown flowers to 7cm, on flower spike to 1.7 metres in spring
  • Fruit:
    Green capsules
  • Vegetation Type:
    Freshwater wetlands - melaleuca swamps
  • Species List:
    Regional Ecosystem 12.2.12. Regional Ecosystem 12.2.7. Regional Ecosystem 12.3.4. Regional Ecosystem 12.3.5.
Identification Notes

Large pleated leaves.

Landscaping Notes

Commercially produced by horticulture industry and available at nurseries. Surprisingly hardy in sun or shade, requiring reliable moisture. Great pot specimen. Spectacular feature plant in flower.