Thelymitra fragrans

D. L. Jones & M. A. Clem.

Pink sun orchid, Fragrant sun orchid

Orchidaceae Edible: Rhizomes, Root 31 iNaturalist observations

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Summary

Thelymitra fragrans, commonly called the fragrant sun orchid, is a species of orchid that is endemic to eastern Australia. It has a single glossy, limp leaf and up to eleven strongly scented blue flowers with a deeply notched V-shape on the anther above the column.

Description

A ground orchid. It has one leaf. It is 30 cm long and 22 mm wide. The flower spike is 35 cm high. There are up to 11 pink flowers.

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Edible Uses

The rhizomes and roots are edible.

Distribution

It is a subtropical plant. It grows on sunny rocky outcrops amongst moss and lichens.

Where It Grows

Australia*,

References (2)

Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 81
Ryan, M. (Ed.), 2003, Wild Plants of Greater Brisbane. Queensland Museum. p 308