Thelymitra benthamiana

Thelymitra benthamiana is an species in the genus Thelymitra.

Description

Plants bloom in the spring with two to six 4 cm wide flowers.

Distribution

Plants are found growing in the open forest of South Australia and western Australia at elevations of 0 to 350 meters.

Culture

Plants grow in cool to intermediate conditions in full sunlight. Grow in a freely draining, dense mixture with partially composted organic matter. Plants can be potted in 80% perlite and 20% leaf litter. Water regularly during growing season and reduce with hold watering during dormancy. Seeds can be sprayed lightly during dormancy to prevent dehydration. The pH of the media should be 5 to 6.

Naming

Common Names:Bentham's Thelymitra