Protecting orchids found nowhere else on Earth
Phys.org • 12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Australia is home to over 1,800 orchid species, many of which are unique to the region, but these plants are increasingly threatened, according to Phys.org.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
36 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 36 days - proven survivor
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