Pheladenia - Blue Fairy Orchid
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This orchid has had an interesting naming history. Originally classified as a Caladenia, it was then placed into the then new genus Cyanicula with a number of other orchids that were also originally Caladenias. Recently, new research including DNA work has resulted in this orchid being placed in a genus of its own. It is widespread across the south west. One of its favoured habitats is soil pockets on granite outcrops.

Pheladenia deformis
Blue Fairy, Blue Beard

Pheladenia deformis
Blue Fairy, Blue Beard

Pheladenia deformis
Blue Fairy, Blue Beard


Pheledenia deformis
Blue Fairy, Blue Beard

Pheladenia deformis
Blue Fairy, Blue Beard