It is actually illegal remove native orchids from the bush, even flower parts I believe and would probably require a special permit to do so from DSE. I doubt the hyacinth orchid would survive in your garden, most Australian orchids have a symbiotic relationship with soil fungi that allows them to break down minerals and nutrients from the soil. Best to admire them in their home, it is a very nice treat to be on a bushwalk and see orchids.

All the best

Simon

This is so exciting as I stumbbled on these flowers whilst camping between Erica and Moe, closer to Moe! I had such a hard time looking to images but found its name in a Australian Orchid book.
Do you have any idea how I can sucessfully transfer these flowers back to suburbia.. if its even legal?
Where did you get these pics? – Congrates on great clear shots though!
Kim