Is this an orchid?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Barbara W, Nov 12, 2008.

  1. Barbara W

    Barbara W Member

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    Photographed today in Perth Hills, Western Australia. They only open if it's sunny.
     

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    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Not an orchid, I'd say. The flower structure doesn't seem quite right. Of course, I might be wrong, and often am.
     
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    togata57 Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Agree with lorax.
     
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    David in L A Active Member 10 Years

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    Polygalaceae?
     
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    Thank you very much, this helped a lot! I think it is Comesperma calymega.
     
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