5th August - Diuris pardina - Donkey Orchid
Description:
The Donkey or Leopard orchid was called Diuris maculata but for some reason is now Diuris Pardina.
Flowering:
Flowering occurs from
July through to November.
Threats:
Diuris pardina is still reasonably well pollinated and does reasonably well provided woody weeds (both introduced and indigenous) are not allowed to take over and reduce biodiversity.
Management:
Benefits from the area being mowed every few years.