The beautiful enamel orchid is endemic to the south west of Western Australia. It has a single, hairy leaf, and the flowers appear in August to November, with such a sheen as to appear enamelled. They are found in forests and heathland.
Elythranthera brunonis – Enamel Orchid
Plant Information
Plant Type - Orchid
Common Name - Enamel Orchid
Scientific Name - Elythranthera brunonis
Family - Orchidaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.2
Maximum Height - 0.3
Minimum Width - 0.1
Maximum Width - 0.3
Flower Colour - Purple
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy loam, Clay loam
Plant Environment -
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade, Half shade
Growth Habit -
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
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Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Wow factor
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