Glossodia major, Waxlip Orchid, Australia.

Another native Australian orchid this fine morning, Glossodia major, or the Waxlip Orchid as it is more commonly know. Fairly common around Victoria this beautiful orchid has a single leaf at ground level, grows to around 25cm in height with normally a single flower which can vary greatly in color from almost white through to dark blue.

Nikon D2x, 60mm f.28 micro nikkor lens and SB800 flash.

Next time your out in the Australian bush, keep a close eye out for this stunning orchid, and also for some of the far less obvious native orchids that abound in the Australian bush.