Wurmbea centralis
T. Macfarlane
Early nancy
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Summary
Source: WikipediaWurmbea centralis is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.
Description
A herb that develops a corm. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 7-23 cm high. The flowers are pink.
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Edible Uses
The tuber and root are edible, though the root is notably bitter.
Traditional Uses
The root is bitter.
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Distribution
It grows on rocky ground and in creek bede and on alluvial flats.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
References (3)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 86
- Low, T., 1992, Bush Tucker. Australia’s Wild Food Harvest. Angus & Robertson. p 114
- Paczkowska, G. & Chapman, A.R., 2000, The Western Australian Flora. A Descriptive Calatogue. Western Australian Herbarium. p 37
