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Government Websites
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The Australian National Botanic Gardens Canberra
Growing, studying and promoting Australia’s flora. Information about Australian plants. Database of Australian plants. |
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Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research and National Herbarium
Botanical research, conservation, management and use of the Australian flora.
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Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
To advance knowledge, enjoyment and conservation of plants through excellence in
biodiversity research and management, horticultural displays and educational programs.
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Co-operative Orchid Conservation
Developed to link people and organizations that are concerned about the plight of Australia’s orchids, and are working to reverse their decline.
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Research Organisations
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The Hermon Slade Foundation
Established in October 1995 by the generous benefaction of Mr. George Hermon Slade AM. Its primary object is to “…advance and enhance the progress and harmony of mankind with Earth through the study and application of Natural Sciences”.
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The Australian and Pacific Science Foundation
This privately endowed Foundation was established in 2000. The Foundation awards grants to encourage high quality research by scientists in institutions in Australia and similar institutions in other countries of the south west Pacific.
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FloraSearch
Flora Survey and botanical specialists in Australian native and exotic flora, pollination biology and photography.
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Swiss Orchid Foundation at the Herbarium Jany Renz
Following the death of Dr.Jany Renz in 1999, the University of Basel received his herbarium and library by legacy. The Swiss Orchid Foundation was established on October 3th, 2001 to maintain this cultural and scientific heritage. The BibliOrchidae of Rudolf Jenny has also been integrated onto this web site. |
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Specialist Groups
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Australasian Native Orchid Society Inc.
ANOS is dedicated to the cultivation, conservation and scientific study of native orchids in the Australasian region. The official publication ‘The Orchadian’ is produced bimonthly. |
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ANOS Victorian Group Inc.
Conducts formal monthly meetings, field trips, conservation programs, pertaining to the native orchids of Australasia. There is something for everyone interested in the orchids of Australasia.
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Orchid Societies
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Australian Orchid Council
Founded in 1960 the AOC is the national orchid body in Australia and is the publisher of the highly acclaimed orchid magazine ‘Orchids Australia’. |
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The Orchid Society of N.S.W.
Founded in 1934, the OSNSW conducts monthly meetings and provides a forum for
discussion and fellowship for orchid growers. |
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The Victorian Orchid Club
Established in 1923, the VOC conducts monthly meetings to promote an interest in growing orchids for all enthusiasts.
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Orchid Societies Council of Victoria
Formed in 1992 to coordinate the activities of various Victorian orchid societies and to act as a forum at state level.
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